Chelsie Elkins

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: The Effects of Prenatal Alcohol Use on the Developing Brain

I have done an extensive literature review on the pre-natal and post-natal effect of alcohol on the developing brain. I have researched the causes, effects, symptoms, and treatments.

PSY 499, Senior Capstone

Nani Skaggs

L203A

8:30 – 9 AM

Chelsie Elkins, Ken Latham, Melanie Lowery & David Vermilyea

The Effect of Initial Bias on the Suitability of Adoptive Parents

Research has shown that people demonstrate prejudice in selecting job applicants when presented with photographic images of people from different racial groups with resumes. The relationship between prejudice and photographic images of couples of different racial background and sexual orientation was examined. Participants were given packets containing an adoption application and a photograph of a couple who were Caucasian, bi-racial, Middle Eastern, or gay. The participants rated the suitability of the couple as adoptive parents. It is expected that the Caucasian couple will receive higher ratings of suitability than the other couples.

PSY 350

Nani Skaggs

Banquet Room

9 – 11 AM