Latchkey children need to be mature enough to handle the responsibility of being home alone. Studies have not found evidence that latchkey children are more likely to engage in antisocial behavior or be more dependent than other children. While latchkey children may experience some anxiety, this is not necessarily a defining characteristic of this group.

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Latchkey Children

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Latchkey children

A) are likely to engage in antisocial behaviour.
B) tend to show high levels of anxiety.
C) are more dependent than children who are cared for by their mothers.
D) need to be mature enough to handle the responsibility.

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