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Novak, M. A. | 1 |
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Novak, M. A.; Harlow, H. F. – Developmental Psychology, 1975
This experiment demonstrated that 12-month-old monkeys reared in social isolation developed appropriate species-typical behavior through the use of adaptation, self pacing of visual input and exposure to younger "therapist" monkeys. A critical period of socialization is not indicated in the rhesus monkey. (GO)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Behavior Change, Behavior Development, Environmental Influences