Practices of delayed social birth are generally found in societies where __________.

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Delayed social birth practices are often found in societies where there has been, or still is, a high rate of infant mortality. This is because in these societies, it is believed that the souls of children are vulnerable and can easily be stolen by malevolent spirits or gods, and delaying the recognition of a child's personhood can help protect them from harm until they are deemed strong enough to survive.

Practices of Delayed Social Birth Are Generally Found in Societies