The Term Used by Psychologists to Describe and Measure the Emotional

question 173

Multiple Choice

The term used by psychologists to describe and measure the emotional bond between an infant and his or her caregiver is called:

• A)temperament.
• B)attachment.
• C)the rooting reflex.
• D)motherese.

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Definitions:

World Health Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health.

Psychological Disorders

Conditions characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Prior-Year Mental Disorders

Refers to any psychological or psychiatric conditions diagnosed or identified in the year preceding the current period of assessment.

Diagnosed

The process of identifying a disease or condition based on a patient's symptoms and test results.