Sofia was adopted from an overseas orphanage at the age of 18 months. Now aged 7, her school teachers note that she is extremely affectionate and attention-seeking towards any visiting adult, showing no preferential fear of strangers. Her cognitive development is also somewhat delayed compared to classmates who were adopted before the age of 6 months.
Discuss research into the effects of institutionalisation. Refer to Sofia in your answer.
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