1. Why is hyperventilation a rare occurrence in children?

a. Children adapt to stress better than adults.
b. Children’s biofeedback systems are more sensitive than adults.
c. Unlike adults, children tend to express their fears openly.
d. Unlike adults, children are able to internalize feelings of fear.


c. Unlike adults, children tend to express their fears openly.

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What will be an ideal response?

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