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Spitz (1945) reported that maternal deprivation of babies in an overcrowded institution led to:

A) mental acuity.
B) a low mortality rate.
C) social deficiencies.
D) socially advanced.

Maternal Deprivation

A theory that suggests the lack of an attachment figure, especially a mother, during childhood, can lead to long-term cognitive, social, and emotional difficulties.

Spitz

The name of a psychologist, René Spitz, known for his research on the effects of deprivation of emotional nurturance on infants.

Social Deficiencies

Lacks or shortcomings in one's ability to perform in social settings or maintain successful social relationships.

  • Study the psychological theories concerning attraction, which includes the mere exposure effect, social exchange theory, and attachment theory.
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