Question

Ronnie, 10 months old, is very attached to his mother. When Ronnie's mother drops him off at daycare, he cries and demonstrates significant distress. A developmental scientist would conclude that Ronnie is showing typical signs of ______________ anxiety.

a.attachment
b.stranger
c.separation
d.caregiver

Answer 1

Ronnie is showing typical signs of C. separation anxiety.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is known for the extreme preoccupation and stress that being away from members of the family causes in children. It is typical for the child to think that something bad will happen to the family member and he/she is afraid of getting lost.

In this case, Ronnie is very attached to his mother and he shows distress when he is separated from her at the daycare. This is a sign of separation anxiety.