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Benjamin Is a Two-Month-Old Baby Who Accidentally Discovers His Thumbs

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Benjamin is a two-month-old baby who accidentally discovers his thumbs. He waves them around for a while and then sticks one of them in his mouth. He repeats this for a few times. Benjamin's behavior is an example of________.


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REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, vivid dreaming, and increased brain activity, playing a crucial role in emotional and cognitive well-being.

Non-REM Sleep

The portion of sleep that is not associated with rapid eye movement, characterized by slower brain waves and considered critical for restorative sleep.

Neonates

Refers to newborns, typically within the first 28 days after birth.

Infant Cries

Vocalizations made by babies as a form of early communication, often signaling discomfort, hunger, or need for attention.

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