Regarding Temperament, _____ Infants React Intensely to New Experience, Strangers

question 224

Multiple Choice

Regarding temperament, _____ infants react intensely to new experience, strangers, and novel objects.

• A)high-reactive
• B)low-reactive
• C)slow-to-warm-up
• D)average

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Definitions:

Self-recognition

The ability of an individual to recognize themselves in a mirror or photograph, often considered a milestone in cognitive development.

Self-regulation

The ability of an individual to manage their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in accordance with long-term goals.

Social Referencing

Understanding an ambiguous situation by seeking another person’s perception of it.

Stranger Anxiety

A developmental situation where infants begin to exhibit distress or wariness in the presence of unfamiliar people.