Which Child Is LEAST Likely to Experience Separation Anxiety in the Situation

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which child is LEAST likely to experience separation anxiety in the situation described?

• A) 8-month-old Gianna, who is placed in a car seat by her parent who then disappears from her view
• B) 13-month-old Nolan, who walks away from his parent into another room
• C) 10-month-old Evan, who is playing on the floor when his parent leaves the room
• D) 15-month-old Cecile, who is placed into her crib by her parent, who then leaves the room

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Definitions:

Internal Locus of Control

A belief system wherein individuals feel that they have control over the outcomes of events in their lives, as opposed to external forces.

Type B Personality

A personality type characterized by a less competitive, more relaxed, and less stressed-out demeanor compared to Type A Personality.

Internal Locus of Control

The belief that one is in control of their life and outcomes, as opposed to external forces having that control.

External Locus of Control

An external locus of control refers to the belief that one's successes or failures result from external factors beyond one's control, rather than one's own efforts.