Which of the following best describes the experience of childhood fears?

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Research studies have consistently found that girls report more fears than boys during childhood.

Answer: B 
 Research studies have found that as children grow older, their fears tend to become more realistic, meaning they are more likely to fear things that actually pose a threat to their well-being.

Answer: D 
 Research studies have found that as children get older, they tend to report fewer fears about school performance and social anxiety, likely due to increased competence and confidence in these areas.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Experience of Childhood