Around what age does a typical infant begin showing a definite preference for interaction with a familiar person?
A. Around 1 month of age.
B. Around 2 months of age.
C. Around 4 months of age.
D. Around 5 months of age.
E. None of the above
Asked by lillyhoover63
Answer (1)
Infants typically begin showing a definite preference for familiar individuals around 5 months of age. At this point, they recognize faces and exhibit signs of attachment. This social preference is critical for their emotional development. ;