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Cynthia is sixteen years old and lives with lives with her boyfriend, their six-month-old daughter, and her boyfriend's friends. Cynthia spends her days watching television and hanging out with her friends. There has been very little bonding between mother 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 mother 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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