The Process by Which a Caregiver Provides the Needed Comfort

question 168

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 behaviour.
• C)self-distraction.
• D)co-distraction.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

Relating to the part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Somatic

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

Peripheral

Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something; often used to describe things that are not of primary importance.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the sympathetic nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's "fight or flight" response.