Jazmin, age 18 months, cries and climbs on her mother when she attempts to leave Jazmin with a babysitter. Jazmin is displaying

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Jazmin's behavior is a clear example of separation anxiety, which is a typical and normal developmental phase in infants and toddlers. It is the fear of being separated from the primary attachment figure (usually the mother) and can manifest as crying, tantrums, or clinginess.

Jazmin, Age 18 Months, Cries and Climbs on Her Mother