What behavior should most likely be manifested in an infant experiencing the protest phase of separation anxiety?
a. Inactivity
b. Depression and sadness
c. Inconsolable and crying
d. Regression to earlier behavior
ANS: C
For older infants, being inconsolable and crying is seen during the protest phase of separation anxiety. Inactivity is observed during the stage of despair. The child is much less active and withdraws from others. Depression, sadness, and regression to earlier behaviors are observed during the phase of despair.
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