2. Why do we need to understand biological development? ~Use of the medical model can be helpful ~Need basic biological knowledge to help clients

3. What is the process of fetal development? ~Orderly development ~Three trimesters Youngest baby to survive

4. What are prenatal influences that can affect the development of the fetus? ~Nutrition ~Drugs ~Alcohol ~Smoking ~Age ~Other

6. What are some of the common birth defects? ~Downs syndrome ~Spina Bifida ~Low birth weight

7. What are the three major types of genetic disorders? ~Background of genetics ~Single-gene disorders 1.) Dominant 2.) Recessive 3.) X chromosome ~Multifactorial disorders ~Chromosome disorders

10. What is the anatomy of the nervous system and how do neurons work? Related Therapies

11. How do biophysical hazards affect the body and behavior?

12. How can helping professionals work with expectant mothers and newborns?