Why is the hormone oxytocin believed to be important in parent-infant relationships?
a. oxytocin has been linked to a clearly defined set of material bonding behaviors such as affectionate touch and verbalization.
b. Oxytocin has been linked to increased physiological arousal in mothers which encourages bonding behaviors.
c. Oxytocin has been linked to feeling calm and connected with the infant which encourages bonding behaviors.
d. Oxytocin has been linked to increased excitement in mothers which encourages bonding behaviors.
Answer: a. oxytocin has been linked to a clearly defined set of material bonding behaviors such as affectionate touch and verbalization.
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What was the serious flaw in early studies claiming that bilingualism stunts cognitive development?
a. The monolingual children prepared in advance for the tests. b. The bilinguals were given reduced bonus rewards. c. The bilinguals were immigrants whose poor command of English gave them a disadvantage during the tests. d. The bilinguals spoke complex languages such as Finnish, which occupy enormous space in the brain.