The Process by Which a Caregiver Provides the Needed Comfort

question 30

Multiple Choice

The process by which a caregiver provides the needed comfort or distraction to help a child reduce his or her distress is called

• A) co-regulation.
• B) self-comforting behavior.
• C) self-distraction.
• D) co-distraction.

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Definitions:

Social Conditions

The circumstances and factors affecting the way people live and interact in society, such as poverty, education, and community.

Environmental Conditions

The external factors and influences that affect living organisms, including natural and built environments.

Hostile Mothers

Refers to maternal figures who display consistent aggression or negativity towards their children, affecting the child's emotional and psychological development.

Coping Mechanisms

Psychological strategies that individuals use to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and navigate difficult situations or emotions.