Sevan, age 11 months, is wary of strangers. However, when his mother sits on the floor, Sevan ventures a few feet away from her for a few minutes at a time, and then returns to her for emotional support. Sevan is

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Sevan is using his mother as a secure base, which is a common behavior in infants with stranger anxiety. This means that Sevan feels more comfortable exploring his surroundings when his mother is nearby, and returns to her for emotional support. Option A is incorrect because effortful control refers to the ability to regulate one's emotions and behavior, which is not evident in Sevan's behavior. Option B is incorrect because Sevan's behavior is not unusual for a toddler with stranger anxiety. Option D is incorrect because Sevan is approaching his mother for emotional support, not avoiding her.

Sevan, Age 11 Months, Is Wary of Strangers