Which Is the BEST Advice for Parents Regarding How Quickly

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which is the BEST advice for parents regarding how quickly they should respond to their infant's cries?

• A) They should respond quickly to all the infant's cries, as immediate response will instill confidence in the infant.
• B) They should respond slowly to all the infant's cries so that the infant will learn to regulate her or his crying.
• C) They should respond quickly to severe distress, but less quickly to minor upset.
• D) They should respond quickly to minor upset, but less quickly to severe distress.

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