Children Raised Without Human Interaction or with Minimal Human Contact

question 100

Multiple Choice

Children raised without human interaction or with minimal human contact are referred to as
________ children.

• A) feral
• B) institutionalized
• C) cognitively disadvantaged
• D) environmentally challenged

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Definitions:

Pituitary Gland

is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, often termed the "master gland" because it controls the activities of other endocrine glands, influencing growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.

Mammary Glands

Specialized organs in mammals that produce milk to feed young offspring.

Adaptive Thermogenesis

The process by which the body adjusts its basal metabolic rate in response to changes in environment or diet to regulate temperature and energy expenditure.

Diet

The sum of food consumed by a person or organism, which can also refer to a regulated eating plan to achieve a specific health- or fitness-related goal.