Social Work Clinical Board Exam Prep

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Cynthia is an imnfant who lives with her teenage parents, and her parent's friends. There has been very little bonding between parents and child since birth. Which of the following is likely demonstrated by the infant?

  1. Mistrust of the environment
  2. Lack of social responsiveness
  3. Poor motor control
  4. Slow language development
Explanation

Answer: A - Neglected children between the age of birth and one year old show a general mistrust of their environment. The emotional immaturity of the parents and inadequate relationships are likely to complicate the development of appropriate bonding. This places the child at risk for abuse or neglect.

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