This Fontanel Usually Closes Within 18 to 24 Months After

question 72

Multiple Choice

This fontanel usually closes within 18 to 24 months after birth.

• A)A
• B)B
• C)C
• D)D
• E)Both A and C

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Definitions:

Bowlby's Phases

Bowlby's Phases refer to the developmental stages of attachment in children that John Bowlby identified, including initial pre-attachment, attachment in the making, clear-cut attachment, and formation of reciprocal relationships.

Attachment

A deep and enduring emotional bond that connects one person to another across time and space, often discussed in the context of caregiver-child relationships.

Pre-Attachment

The initial stage in an infant’s development of attachment, characterized by indiscriminate sociability and the formation of initial bonds with caregivers.

Attachment Type

This refers to the classification of an individual's patterns of attachment in relationships, which can significantly affect their interpersonal relationships and behavior.