Biobehavioral Synchrony: A Multilevel Approach
Biobehavioral Synchrony: A Multilevel Approach đ§ đ¶
Presented by Prof. Marc Bornstein
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NIH, USA)
Key Points:
- Biobehavioral Synchrony is the dynamic coordination of biological and behavioral systems between parent and child.
- It supports the development of the childâs emotional and behavioral regulation.
- Synchrony occurs across multiple levels:
- Hormonal (e.g., oxytocin in parent-child bonding)
- Autonomic (e.g., synchronization of heart rate)
- Central Nervous System (e.g., EEG and hyperscanning)
- Behavioral (e.g., facial expressions, eye gaze)
Prof. Bornstein emphasized the role of synchrony in child development, particularly in building social skills such as cooperation and self-regulation.
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