Newborns Are Born with Reflexive Behaviors, Some of Which Are

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Essay

Newborns are born with reflexive behaviors, some of which are linked to survival instincts. Discuss three reflexes that babies display and explain how each behavior is linked to survival. What happens if a baby does not display the reflexive behavior?

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Definitions:

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