Dr Arquette Is Concerned That an Infant He Is Treating

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Multiple Choice

Dr. Arquette is concerned that an infant he is treating does not appear to have established any emotional bonds between herself and the adults who care for her. She shows no affection toward her mother, she stiffens up whenever her mother picks her up or sings to her, and she does not show any interest in looking at her mother's face. Dr. Arquette's concern relates to this little girl's development of:

• A) personality
• B) emotionality
• C) temperament
• D) attachment

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Definitions:

Trephining

Trephining, or trepanation, is an ancient surgical procedure that involves drilling or scraping a hole into the human skull to treat health problems or for ritualistic purposes.

Confidentiality

Therapist cannot disclose confidential communications to any third party, unless mandated or permitted by law.

Private Communications

Private communications involve the exchange of information between individuals in a manner that is not intended to be accessed or viewed by others.

Disclosure

The act of making information or data known or revealed, often referring to personal, confidential, or sensitive details.