185k views
3 votes
When infants turn their heads and suck in response to a touch on the cheek, they are demonstrating the _____?

User Chmoelders
by
8.6k points

1 Answer

5 votes
When infants turn their heads and suck in response to a touch on the cheek, they are demonstrating the ROOTING REFLEX.

Rooting is the sucking motion the infant does in response to the stimulus. This reflex helps to ensure successful breastfeeding.
User Elder
by
8.1k points