In what way is a friendly,sociable child different than one with disinhibited social engagement disorder (DSED)?
A) All friendly, sociable children display stranger anxiety at some point between 6 months and 2 years old.
B) Friendly, sociable children "check back" with their caregivers.
C) Friendly, sociable children provide verbal rationalizations for their behavior with strangers (such as, "That man reminds me of Daddy!").
D) Friendly, sociable children, particularly girls, almost always show more resistance toward unfamiliar males, while this distinction is not made by children with DSED.

Question

In what way is a friendly,sociable child different than one with disinhibited social engagement disorder (DSED)?
A) All friendly, sociable children display stranger anxiety at some point between 6 months and 2 years old.
B) Friendly, sociable children "check back" with their caregivers.
C) Friendly, sociable children provide verbal rationalizations for their behavior with strangers (such as, "That man reminds me of Daddy!").
D) Friendly, sociable children, particularly girls, almost always show more resistance toward unfamiliar males, while this distinction is not made by children with DSED.

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Friendly, sociable children often engage in a behavior known as "checking back" with their caregivers, especially in unfamiliar situations or when interacting with strangers. This behavior is a sign of a secure attachment, where the child looks for reassurance or approval from their caregiver. In contrast, children with Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED) may not show this checking back behavior, as they tend to be overly friendly and approach strangers without hesitation or the need for caregiver reassurance.

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