It has been found that safety of one's neighborhood can mediate the relationship between emotional support and nurturance. Which of the following demonstrates a strengthening of the two variables when a mother receives support from her neighbor if a neighbor not deemed to be dangerous?
A) The mother becomes irritated that the neighbor is getting involved.
B) The child rejects the help of the neighbor.
C) The mother is more nurturant toward her child.
D) The mother is less nurturant toward her child.

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The presence of a safe neighborhood and receiving support from a neighbor can enhance a mother's ability to provide nurturance to her child, as indicated in choice C. This scenario demonstrates how emotional support from neighbors in a safe environment can positively impact a mother's nurturing behavior.

It Has Been Found That Safety of One's Neighborhood Can