"Affiliative behaviors" refer to actions or behaviors that help build and strengthen positive relationships or connections between individuals. These behaviors often involve cooperation, kindness, and building social bonds. Full definition
«I was quite impressed that the frequently observed lemurs received more affiliative behaviors, such as grooming, without adjusting their own social behavior,» she said. (sciencedaily.com)
Understanding the circuitry of such affiliative behaviors may lead to improved treatments for social impairment in severe mental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder. (nimh.nih.gov)
Characterization of the oxytocin system regulating affiliative behavior in female prairie voles. (nature.com)