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Dev Psychobiol February 1975 PMID 4679817

Mirror self-image reactions before age two.

B Amsterdam

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Participants generally agree on the importance of the research, evidenced by expressions like 'one of the first studies' and 'significant findings.' Their tone ranges from appreciative to frustrated over access issues, and they actively discuss related theories like social cognition and self-awareness, reflecting sustained interest and engagement.

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Most discussion participants express support or appreciation for the significance of the study on early self-recognition, indicating general agreement.

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There’s a high level of curiosity, with many posts referencing difficulty obtaining the original article and showing genuine interest in the topic.

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Participants actively delve into related research, critique sources, and share personal views, demonstrating moderate to deep engagement.

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The conversations highlight the importance of early childhood development research, implying a moderate but meaningful influence on understanding infant cognition.

Abstract in brief

  • The text likely discusses how children under the age of two respond to their own mirror reflections, possibly showing early signs of self-awareness.
  • It may describe specific reactions or behaviors children exhibit when they see themselves in a mirror, such as curiosity or recognition.
  • The focus is on understanding how self-image and self-recognition develop in very young children, before they turn two years old.]
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goldengrape
@goldengrape · X

搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972). Mirror image reactions before age two. Developmental Psychobiology, 5, 297-305. https://t.co/fivB7JKwZR https://t.co/UAXYn029QQ

May 24, 2021 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 13,614 followers View post →
couch
@TheCrackCapo · X

@Oracle5152 @camjongun14236 @GarbageHuman24 Cope **Amsterdam, B. (1972). "Mirror Self-Image Reactions Before Age Two." *Developmental Psychobiology*, 5(4), 297–305. DOI: 10.1002/dev.420050403** **Lewis, M., & Brooks-Gunn, J. (1979). *Social Cognition and the Acquisition of Self*. Springer. ISBN: 978-1-4899-0300-6**

May 29, 2025 · 2 likes · 52 followers View post →
Dave Leavens
@DaveLeavens · X

I went to find an article and thought, "Damn!" I can't get a copy of that classic article by Beulah Amsterdam My library doesn't subscribe to Developmental Psychobiology all the way back to 1972 "Mirror Self-image Reactions before Age Two" -A Poem and Plea for a .pdf copy.

Mar 17, 2023 · 1 like · 849 followers View post →
まのた
@ma_no_taaaaaaa · X

クソリプのために調べました。中身は読んでないです。こんなクソリプのために消費される存在では無いです。 https://t.co/vWwPkor2k0

May 8, 2020 · 1 like · 172 followers View post →
如月中天 @gttnnn@mstdn.social
@gttnnn · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 24, 2021 · 6 shares · 9,102 followers View post →
鼠姐
@zjwSqweerel · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 25, 2021 · 6 shares · 6,636 followers View post →

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couch
@TheCrackCapo · X

@Oracle5152 @camjongun14236 @GarbageHuman24 Cope **Amsterdam, B. (1972). "Mirror Self-Image Reactions Before Age Two." *Developmental Psychobiology*, 5(4), 297–305. DOI: 10.1002/dev.420050403** **Lewis, M., & Brooks-Gunn, J. (1979). *Social Cognition and the Acquisition of Self*. Springer. ISBN: 978-1-4899-0300-6**

May 29, 2025 · 2 likes · 52 followers View post →
Forever Jan
@StilvollJan · X

@Jocheved4 Nochmal nur für dich: Amsterdam, B. (1972): „Mirror self-image reactions before age two“. Developmental Psychobiology. Eine der ersten Studien zum Spiegeltest bei Kleinkindern. Wimmer, H., & Perner, J. (1983): „Beliefs about beliefs“. Cognition. Grundlegende Arbeit zur Theory

Apr 22, 2025 · 642 followers View post →
Forever Jan
@StilvollJan · X

Da der Verfasser des Beitrags so ehrenlos ist und meine Kommentare mit Quellen und Studien die ihm nicht gefallen gelöscht hat hier nochmal für euch zum Nachlesen ihr Experten. Amsterdam, B. (1972): „Mirror self-image reactions before age two“. Developmental Psychobiology. Eine https://t.co/32lfGm6NEI

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Forever Jan
@StilvollJan · X

@nicopixus Amsterdam, B. (1972): „Mirror self-image reactions before age two“. Developmental Psychobiology. Eine der ersten Studien zum Spiegeltest bei Kleinkindern. Wimmer, H., & Perner, J. (1983): „Beliefs about beliefs“. Cognition. Grundlegende Arbeit zur Theory of Mind. Wellman, H.

Apr 21, 2025 · 642 followers View post →
Dave Leavens
@DaveLeavens · X

I went to find an article and thought, "Damn!" I can't get a copy of that classic article by Beulah Amsterdam My library doesn't subscribe to Developmental Psychobiology all the way back to 1972 "Mirror Self-image Reactions before Age Two" -A Poem and Plea for a .pdf copy.

Mar 17, 2023 · 1 like · 849 followers View post →
鼠姐
@zjwSqweerel · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 25, 2021 · 6 shares · 6,636 followers View post →
Yv.
@0x7976 · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 25, 2021 · 6 shares · 745 followers View post →
Myrtle
@C6NMyrt · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 24, 2021 · 6 shares · 389 followers View post →
maajiaa
@maajiaa · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 24, 2021 · 6 shares · 2,816 followers View post →
如月中天 @gttnnn@mstdn.social
@gttnnn · X

RT @goldengrape: 搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972)…

May 24, 2021 · 6 shares · 9,102 followers View post →
goldengrape
@goldengrape · X

搜索了孩子照镜子： * 6-12个月：认为是另一个人，但友好； * 13-24个月：退缩、警惕； * 20-24个月以后：识别出是自己。 中文翻译摘要：https://t.co/jCejctBtAF Amsterdam, B. (1972). Mirror image reactions before age two. Developmental Psychobiology, 5, 297-305. https://t.co/fivB7JKwZR https://t.co/UAXYn029QQ

May 24, 2021 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 13,614 followers View post →
まのた
@ma_no_taaaaaaa · X

クソリプのために調べました。中身は読んでないです。こんなクソリプのために消費される存在では無いです。 https://t.co/vWwPkor2k0

May 8, 2020 · 1 like · 172 followers View post →