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Jealousy was plainly exhibited when I fondled a large…

“Jealousy was plainly exhibited when I fondled a large doll, and when I weighed his infant sister, he being then 15? months old. Seeing how strong a feeling of jealousy is in dogs, it would probably be exhibited by infants at any earlier age than just specified if they were tried in a fitting manner” quote by Charles Darwin
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“Jealousy was plainly exhibited when I fondled a large doll, and when I weighed his infant sister, he being then 15? months old. Seeing how strong a feeling of jealousy is in dogs, it would probably be exhibited by infants at any earlier age than just specified if they were tried in a fitting manner”

Charles Darwin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Observes jealousy in infants, suggesting it appears earlier than previously thought, similar to dogs.

In simple terms: Infants can feel jealousy early, like dogs.

Key Takeaway

Recognize early emotional development.

Themes

developmental psychology emotions comparative biology

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

psychological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • early childhood education
  • animal training
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

jealousy infancy animal behavior psychology evolutionary theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • At what age do you think jealousy first appears?
  • How does early jealousy affect later behavior?
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