Asked by Lance Henderson on Jul 28, 2024
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Zack is an infant in a research study.The researchers have shown Zack a picture of the same toy over and over again,on a computer screen.What can you expect if Zack's response to this procedure is typical
A) He will habituate to the presentation of the picture and will become distressed.
B) He will dishabituate to the presentation of the picture and will become distressed.
C) His heart and respiration rates will increase, and he will stop looking at the picture.
D) His heart rate and respiration rates will decrease, and he will stop looking at the picture.
Habituate
The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus or an environment through repeated exposure, leading to decreased responsiveness.
Dishabituate
The process of responding to an old stimulus as if it were new again, usually after a varying stimulus has interrupted a period of habituation.
Distressed
Experiencing anxiety, sorrow, or pain; being in a state of mental suffering.
- Understand the concept of habituation and dishabituation in infant cognitive development.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of habituation and dishabituation in infant cognitive development.
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