GOALS

To understand:

~ biological development of the fetus~prenatal influences on development~birth defects and genetic disorders~issues involved with the nervous system~biophysical hazards and development~interventions with new moms and babies

Why do we need to understand biological development?

~Use of the medical model can be helpful

~Need basic biological knowledge to help clients

What is the process of fetal development?

~Orderly development

~Three trimesters

Youngest baby to survive

What are prenatal influences that can affect the development of the fetus?

~Nutrition~Drugs~Alcohol~Smoking~Age~Other

What are some of the common birth defects?

~Downs syndrome~Spina Bifida~Low birth weight

What are the three major types of genetic disorders?

~Background of genetics

~Single-gene disorders1.) Dominant2.) Recessive3.) X chromosome

~Multifactorial disorders~Chromosome disorders

What is the anatomy of the nervous system and how do neurons work?

Related Therapies

How do biophysical hazards affect the body and behavior?

How can helping professionals work with expectant mothers and newborns?