Children who suffer severe neglect have brains that are smaller and that develop abnormally.These results are most likely due to:
A) a lack of synaptic connections
B) a lack of synaptic pruning
C) plasticity
D) environmental enrichment

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Severe neglect can lead to a lack of stimulation and social interaction, which can result in a lack of synaptic connections in the brain. This can cause the brain to develop abnormally and lead to a smaller brain size.

Children Who Suffer Severe Neglect Have Brains That Are Smaller