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Warmth as a Developmental Construct: An Evolutionary Analysis.
- Source :
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Child Development . Aug 1992 63(4):753-773. - Publication Year :
- 1992
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Abstract
- Provides an evolutionary account of the human affectional system. Warmth is conceptualized as a reward system which evolved to facilitate cohesive family relationships and paternal investment in children. Warmth must be distinguished from security of attachment. Relationships based on warmth can coexist with relationships based on exploitation. (BC)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0009-3920
- Volume :
- 63
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Child Development
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ450549
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers