At What Age Does Prosocial Behavior Become Apparent in Children

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Essay

At what age does prosocial behavior become apparent in children? What are some of the observable characteristics of prosocial behavior?

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Caucasian Female

A term historically used to identify women of European descent, though its usage has evolved over time to recognize its implications in racial categorization.

African American

An ethnic group in the United States with partial or total ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Color Blindness

A visual deficiency in distinguishing certain shades of color, typically resulting from genetic factors affecting the cone cells in the retina.

Socioeconomic Status

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