Which of the following statements is true about soothing crying infants?
A) Developmental psychologists increasingly agree that soothing crying infants is important to help infants develop a sense of trust.
B) Research shows that fathers are more likely than mothers to use soothing techniques to reduce infant crying.
C) Infants typically soothe themselves and seldom depend on their caregivers to help soothe their emotions.
D) A mother's negative emotions to her infant's cries are linked to higher self-confidence in the child's later years.

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Developmental psychologists have established that responding to infant cries, and soothing them, is crucial to establish a sense of trust in infants. This lays the groundwork for a secure attachment between the infant and their caregiver.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Soothing Crying