Fetal Psychology

Hopson ,J.L.,(1998). Fetal Psychology. Psychology Today, 31(5), 44.

In this study between the fetus and newly born babies, the author expresses to us his/her

point of view on the growth and development that takes place. The study goes deeply into what

the fetus experiences in the womb. Research proves that the experiences are very similar to that

of a newborn baby .Most of the significant fetal experiences takes place around 32 weeks

gestation, before the baby is to term. The study has created a new light on the image of the fetus,

using high tech monitoring equipment that allow researchers to observe the fetus while in the

womb. The most important information collected that supports the conclusion, are the ability of

and unborn child to have experiences that are the same as some of the thing that humans outside

of the womb, such as REM, known as Rapid Eye Movement, and they ability for the fetus to

demonstrate a few of the senses.

The fetus sleeps 90 to 95% of the time at around 34 weeks gestation. Of that time it can fall

into deeper sleep pattern and experience REM. It also shows signs of being alert and able to

move around when not asleep. The article state that the fetus explores it’s surroundings

including touching it’s face and other body parts. The fetus can also hear and provides evidence

by reacting to sudden loud sounds by jerking in the womb. It can also hear and recognize

familiar or strange voices .The fetus can also experience taste and may get a custom to certain

foods one out of the womb. Although the fetus cannot actually see, it can react to bright lights

that shine through the mothers tissues. These bright lights can be used as stimulate the fetus,

but researchers warn that exposing the fetus to light to early may cause retinal damage.

In addition to the fetus being able to experience a feeling ,vision, and hearing , the fetus

allow show the ability to learn and retain information .It is able to...