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The period between early childhood and early adolescence, approximately from age 7 to 11.
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middle childhood
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In an adult, having a BMI (body mass index) of 25 to 29. In a child, being above the 85th percentile, based on U.S. Centers for Disease Control's 1980 standards for his or her age and sex.
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overweight
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In an adult, having a BMI of 30 or more, child, being above the 95th percentile
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obesity
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a chronic disease of the respiratory system in which inflammation narrows the airways from the lungs to the nose and mouth, causing difficulty in breathing.
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asthma
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The time is takes to respond to a stimulus, either physically or cognitively
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reaction time
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the ability to concentrate on some stimuli while ignoring others
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selective attrition
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A process in which repetition of a squence of thoughts and actions makes the seq. routine, so that is no longer requires conscious thought
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automatization
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The potential to master a particular skill or to learn a particular body or knowledge
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aptitude
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test designed to measure intellect aptitude, or ability to learn in school
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IQ tests
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measures of mastery or proficiency in reading, math, writing, science, or any other subject.
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achievement test
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The rise in average IQ scores that has occurred over the decades in many nations
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Flynn Effect
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An IQ test designed for school age children. assesses potential in many areas in mutiple subjects
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(WISC) Wechsler Scale for Children
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Literally, slow or late thinking. below 70 on an IQ. Markedly behind peers in mutiple aspects.
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mental retardation
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Children who, because of a physical or mental disability require extra help in order to learn
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children with special needs
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