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Imprinting

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Imprinting is a type of learning where an animal forms strong attachments during an early-life critical period.

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