Describe any two genetic disorders that involve abnormal chromosomes. Be sure to both identify the exact chromosomal aberration and the impact of the aberration on development
What will be an ideal response?
Down syndrome is caused by an extra 21st chromosome that is usually provided by the egg. People with Down syndrome have almond-shaped eyes and a fold over the eyelid. Their head, neck, and nose are usually smaller than normal. They also have cognitive and social impairments. Turner's syndrome is caused by having a single X sex chromosome. People with Turner's syndromes are short, have limited development of secondary sex characteristics, and problems perceiving spatial relations.
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If you were describing client-centered therapy as a recipe, what would be the most important ingredient?
A. the resistance seen in the client to work through their problems B. the assertiveness of the therapist in challenging specific maladaptive thoughts C. transference between the client and therapist D. the relationship between the client and therapist
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A. legal specialists B. health specialists C. recommended reporters D. mandated reporters
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a. ?respondent; operant b. ?respondent; selected c. ?operant; respondent d. ?reflexive; operant