In one study, mothers were instructed to interact with their infants by copying their babies' facial expressions, and then, on cue, to show no emotional reaction at all. This procedure is called the "_____ technique."

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The procedure described in the question is known as the still-face technique, where mothers are instructed to interact with their infants by copying their babies' facial expressions, and then suddenly showing no emotional reaction at all. This technique is used to study infant reactions to changes in social interactions and can help in understanding the development of social abilities in infants.

In One Study, Mothers Were Instructed to Interact with Their