Early Neglect and Its Impact on Brain Development
TL;DR
Research on mice shows that even mild early-life neglect, such as limited nesting material, impairs maternal care, leading to increased stress hormones, growth delays, and attachment issues in pups, highlighting the importance of consistent, adequate caregiving for healthy emotional and physiological development.
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