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primitive
primitive In this context, primitive refers to early reflex patterns that are normally inhibited as the brain’s inhibitory systems mature.
In this context, primitive refers to early reflex patterns that are normally inhibited as the brain’s inhibitory systems mature. If these reflexes persist or reappear later in life, they may be associated with differences in sensorimotor integration and broader neurodevelopmental or neurological functioning, although this remains a theoretical research framework rather than a standard clinical measure.