Development

Development

1. Exam Question Examples

   • Discuss the effects of prenatal substance exposure on the developing brain?
   • The developing brain is most vulnerable to the effects of toxic chemicals. Discuss.
   • Our experiences shape our brain function and structure. Discuss.

2. Introduction for Question

   • The CNS forms when an embryo is 2 weeks old, while most mothers don't know they are pregnant until approximately week 4
     • The dorsal surface thickens and forms a nerual tube, this eventually develops both into the spinal cord and brain
       • Forward end of the neural tube enlarges and differentiates into the hindbrain, the midbrain and the forebrain