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Behavioral and genetic correlates of the neural response to infant crying among human fathers.
Social cognitive and affective neuroscience - 1 Nov 2014
Mascaro Jennifer S, Hackett Patrick D, Gouzoules Harold, Lori Adriana, Rilling James K
Abstract excerpt
Although evolution has shaped human infant crying and the corresponding response from caregivers, there is marked variation in paternal involvement and caretaking behavior, highlighting the importance of understanding the neurobiology supporting optimal paternal responses to cries. We explored the neural response to infant cries in fathers of children aged 1-2, and its relationship with hormone levels, variation...
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