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“In the United States, it is now possible for a person eighteen years of age, female as well as male, to graduate from high school, college, or university without ever having cared for, or even held, a baby; without ever having looked after someone who was old, ill, or lonely; or without ever having comforted or assisted another human being who really needed help... No society can long sustain itself unless its members have learned the sensitivities, motivations, and skills involved in assisting and caring for other human beings.”

Quote by Urie Bronfenbrenner

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Urie Bronfenbrenner

Urie Bronfenbrenner was a distinguished psychologist famous for his ecological systems theory, which highlights the significance of the environment in human development. Born on April 29, 1917, and deceased on September 25, 2005, his contributions have had a lasting impact on the field of psychology. more

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