When 11-month-old Chandler plays, his mother encourages his positive emotions by making happy and surprised faces at him. When Chandler struggles to complete a task and expresses frustration or anger, his mother attempts to deter his negative emotions by assisting him and saying, "Here let's try it this way. There we go! We did it!" Chandler's mother is exhibiting ______.

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Chandler's mother is demonstrating an emotional display rule by encouraging positive emotions and helping to manage negative emotions through her responses and guidance.

When 11-Month-Old Chandler Plays, His Mother Encourages His Positive Emotions