A Mother Who Consistently Responds Supportively to Her Infant's Cries

question 93

Multiple Choice

A mother who consistently responds supportively to her infant's cries for care and protection is most likely to encourage

• A) egocentrism.
• B) stranger anxiety.
• C) secure attachment.
• D) conservation.

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Definitions:

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