Asked by Mylie Valdovinos on Jun 09, 2024

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Experiencing severe child abuse can leave ________ that can alter normal gene expression.

A) neurotransmitters
B) enzymes
C) epigenetic marks
D) critical periods

Epigenetic Marks

Chemical modifications to DNA or histones that can affect gene activity without changing the DNA sequence, often as a result of environmental factors.

Gene Expression

The process by which the information encoded in a gene is used to direct the assembly of a protein molecule, influencing an organism's traits.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals from one neuron to another.

  • Analyze the psychological impacts of child abuse and neglect on individuals.
  • Discern the influence of genetic and environmental factors on child development.
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Abdifatah MohamedJun 10, 2024
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C
Explanation :
Experiencing severe child abuse can alter epigenetic marks, which are chemical modifications to DNA that can influence gene expression without changing the DNA sequence. These changes can persist throughout the individual's lifetime and potentially be passed down to future generations.