Seven-month-old Mpho seems very content being held by his mother. When the new neighbour from across the street comes over to greet Mpho, he turns his head away from the neighbour and starts to cry. What term best explains Mpho's response to the neighbour?

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Mpho's response to the new neighbour is an example of stranger wariness, which is a common reaction in infants around 6-7 months old when they become more aware of unfamiliar people and may become wary, fearful or cry when in the presence of strangers.

Seven-Month-Old Mpho Seems Very Content Being Held by His Mother