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

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Gavin's response is an example of stranger wariness, a common reaction among infants starting around 6 months of age, where they show discomfort or distress in the presence of unfamiliar people.

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