Prenatal gene therapy refers to the future possibility of using genetic techniques to

A. detect mental retardation before birth
B. intervene in brain development prior to birth
C. counsel parents about their risks of having a child with mental retardation
D. avoid misdiagnosing mental retardation


B. intervene in brain development prior to birth

Psychology

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A. hypersomnia B. night terror C. narcolepsy D. sleep apnea

Psychology

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Psychology

Ernest Pascarella and Patrick Terenzini's research found that individuals who attended college had ____ as compared to those who did not attend college

a. increased critical thinking skills b. greater egocentric thought c. decreased analytical skills d. improved working memory

Psychology