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Tue 17 Jun, 2008 05:13 pm
is that a need, with evidence?
or is it just a want? just read about this on digg.com, lol.
talking about monkeys needing hugs and kisses when they are growing up.
Bleh..
Ogionik wrote:
does that mean you don't enjoy having affection shown toward you?
it means i don't really know what it is.
Re: What role does affection play in a growing human?
OGIONIK wrote:is that a need, with evidence?
It is a need. With evidence.
http://www.nytimes.com/books/first/l/lewis-love.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
I grew up with scant attention and acts of affection. I have no study to quote, but, it sucks big time. And, it stunts one as a person.
I recommend the book, actually -- it's very good reading and not too long.