Chapter 8
Behavioral Development during the Mother-Young Interaction in Placental Mammals
The Development of Behavior in the Relationship with the Mother
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This chapter contains sections titled:
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Introduction
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Mother-Young Interactions during the Suckling Period
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Analysis of Suckling Development
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The Mother as an Orientation Center for the Young
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Huddling and Home Site Orientation
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Play Behavior in Young Animals
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Behavioral Development in the Evolutionary Context of the Mother-Young Relationship
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