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Growth vs. Development - Coggle Diagram
Growth vs. Development
Growth refers to the natural increase in size of the body and its parts through cell multiplication and enlargement.
Development involves the maturation of organs and systems, acquisition of skills, adaptation, and assumption of responsibilities
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Genetic factors (e.g., achondroplasia causes short stature).
Endocrine factors (growth hormone, thyroid, and sex hormones).
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Major congenital anomalies and chronic infections (e.g., tuberculosis).
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Postnatal: Neonatal (1st month), infancy (1-12 months), early childhood (1-4 years), late childhood (5-12 years), adolescence (12-20 years).
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Measured using weight, height, and head circumference.
Compared to standard growth charts for age, sex, and community.
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Anterior fontanel closes between 6-18 months, posterior fontanel closes by 2 months.
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Development follows a cephalocaudal pattern (head control before sitting, crawling before walking).
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Gross motor: Walking, sitting, running.
Fine motor: Grasping, drawing, using utensils.
Personal-social: Play, self-care, interaction.
Language: Speaking, gestures, communication.
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36 months: 4-word sentences, colors, basic self-introduction.
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