Children with internalized emotional and behavioral disorders (i.e. "reticent" children) have been found to:
A) Initiate interaction frequently with their peers.
B) Use lengthy, non-meaningful utterances.
C) Initiate interaction less often than their peers.
D) Have few language or communication difficulties.

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Children with internalized emotional and behavioral disorders often exhibit reticence, leading them to initiate interaction less often than their peers. This is due to their internal struggles, which can inhibit their willingness or ability to engage socially.

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