According to Many Developmental Psychologists,soothing a Crying Infant Should

question 91

Multiple Choice

According to many developmental psychologists,soothing a crying infant should:

• A)dissuade the infant from engaging in reciprocal socialization.
• B)cause the infant to become insecurely attached to the caregiver.
• C)help the infant develop a secure attachment to the caregiver.
• D)encourage the infant to engage in scaffolding.

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