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Infants develop a fear of strangers at about 8 months of age because they can't assimilate unfamiliar faces into their
A) schemas.
B) insecure attachments.
C) impaired theory of mind.
D) critical period.
Schemas
Cognitive structures that help us organize and interpret information, based on our past experiences and knowledge.
Fear Of Strangers
An emotional response commonly seen in infants, where they show fear or distress towards unfamiliar people.
Assimilate
The process of taking in and fully understanding information or ideas, or the integration of people, ideas, or culture into a wider society or culture.
- Comprehend the critical role that social relationships and bonds play in the evolution of cognitive and emotional growth.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the critical role that social relationships and bonds play in the evolution of cognitive and emotional growth.
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