Impact of Teratogens on Prenatal Development

Hard Unit 6: Developmental Psychology Prenatal Development

During prenatal development, teratogens can significantly impact the normal growth and formation of the fetus. These substances can cause ...

One well-known teratogen is alcohol, which can lead to a range of disorders in the offspring. Maternal health choices during pregnancy can hence play a critical role in fetal development. Considering the effects of teratogens, which of the following statements best describes how teratogens impact prenatal development?

Teratogens can only affect the fetus during the first trimester of pregnancy.

All teratogens have the same impact on fetal development regardless of dosage.

The effects of teratogens are highly variable and depend on timing, dosage, and genetic vulnerability.

Only illicit drugs are classified as teratogens and can cause harm to fetal development.

Teratogens primarily affect the mother and have little to no effect on the developing fetus.

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