Language and Affiliation
Children exhibit a strong preference for language as a marker of group identity, often aligning themselves with speakers of their native tongue over others. This early inclination reveals how children differentiate between "us" and "them," highlighting the significance of linguistic cues in social bonding. Insights into this phenomenon suggest that language plays a critical role in shaping early social affiliations.In this clip
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