Regarding the Affection and Attention Given an Infant During the First

question 222

Multiple Choice

Regarding the affection and attention given an infant during the first year of life, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

• A)One of the most important developments of the first year of life is the creation of a bond of trust and affection between the infant and at least one other person.
• B)It is nearly impossible to spoil a baby with too much attention during the first year or two.
• C)The capacity to form warm and loving relationships in later life may depend on having early affectional needs met.
• D)All of these statements are true.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

A critical region of the brain involved in memory formation and spatial navigation.

Spatial Memory

The part of memory responsible for recording information about one's environment and its spatial orientation, allowing for navigation in a physical space.

Long-term Retention

The ability to maintain and utilize information over extended periods of time, significant for learning and memory.

Epinephrine

Also known as adrenaline, a hormone and neurotransmitter involved in regulating visceral functions (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure) and in the body's fight-or-flight response.