Evidence that NVC is innate

• What are the two main types of explanations for behavior?

  Nature and nurture
• What does non-verbal behavior (NVC) refer to?

  Communication without words
• What does evidence of NVC being innate suggest?

  NVC is present from birth
• What does neonate research indicate about NVC?

  NVCs are displayed by newborn babies
• What are social releasers in the context of neonate behavior?

  Behaviors that elicit caregiving responses
• How do social releasers relate to Bowlby's theory?

  They are adaptive for survival
• What expression do neonates display when given sour tastes?

  Expression of disgust
• What does the expression of disgust in neonates suggest?

  It is an innate response
• What does sensory deprivation refer to?

  Lack of sensory ability
• What did Thompson find about blind children and facial expressions?

  They show similar expressions to sighted children
• What does the similarity in facial expressions between blind and sighted children suggest?

  NVC is learned through experience
• What are the key points regarding non-verbal communication (NVC)?

  • NVC can be innate or learned
  • Evidence suggests NVC is innate
  • Neonates display NVC from birth
  • Social releasers elicit caregiving
  • Facial expressions indicate innate responses