A Drop of Lemon Juice Has Been Placed in a Newborn

question 218

Multiple Choice

A drop of lemon juice has been placed in a newborn baby's mouth.Based on previous research, you can predict the baby will

• A)fall asleep as a defensive reaction
• B)smile and want more
• C)grimace
• D)do nothing as taste is not yet developed

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Definitions:

Catharsis

A process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions.

Emotional Release

The process of expressing or letting go of pent-up emotions, which can be therapeutic and promote well-being.

Disturbance

An interruption of a peaceful or calm state, or an event that causes turmoil or disruption.

Inhibition

The process of restraining or decreasing the rate of a reaction, often used in the context of neural processes and psychological responses.