Postmaturity

Question 1

Postmaturity

Answer 1

Referring to a fetus not yet born as of 2 weeks after the due date or 42 weeks after the mother’s last menstrual period.

Question 2

Stillbirth

Answer 2

Death of a fetus at or after the 20th week of gestation.

Question 3

Can a supportive environment overcome effects of birth complications?

Answer 3

From an evolutionary perspective, people thrive, reproduce, and survive in an environment where their needs are met. Thus, an appropriate environment can help an infant develop optimally.

Question 4

Protective factors

Answer 4

Influences that mitigate the impact of potential negative outcomes while also tending to predict positive outcomes.

Examples:

1. Individual Attributes
2. Affectionate ties with at least one supportive family member
3. Rewards at places that provide a sense of meaning and control over one’s life