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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms > Behavior > Self Stimulation
Behavioral Disciplines and Activities > Behavioral Sciences > Psychophysiology > Self Stimulation
Psychological Phenomena > Psychophysiology > Self Stimulation
Natural Science Disciplines > Biological Science Disciplines > Physiology > Psychophysiology > Self Stimulation

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Self Stimulation  

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Definition

  • The act or process of inducing or increasing the level of arousal in oneself. It can be observed in various situations; for example, infants who are understimulated may explore their surroundings or babble to themselves.(https://dictionary.apa.org/self-stimulation accessed 12/30/2020)

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  • Self-Stimulation

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