Reduction of the behavioral effects of aversive stimulation by the presence of companions (1974)

Epley, S. W.

Abstract

Results and studies to date suggest that the presence of companions can reduce both the magnitude and frequency of reaction to aversive or stressful stimuli.

Published
1974

Animal Type
All/General

Topic
Social Housing & Companionship

Citation
Epley, S. W. 1974. Reduction of the behavioral effects of aversive stimulation by the presence of companions. Psychological Bulletin 81, 271-283.

Full Article
https://doi.org/10.1037/h0036389