Changes In Brain Chemicals Mark Shifts In Infant Learning
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - 23:28
in Psychology & Sociology
When do you first leave the nest? Early in development infants of many species experience important transitions -- such as learning when to leave the mother's protection to start exploring the world. Neuroscientists have now pinpointed molecular events occurring in the brain during that turning point. The findings, in animals, may help explain the strength of attachments in many species -- including the conundrum of why human children form strong attachments to even abusive caregivers.
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