Author Question: Angela, a new mother, has been experiencing negative feelings toward her two-month-old son. She had ... (Read 50 times)

OSWALD · **on:** Jun 18, 2018

Angela, a new mother, has been experiencing negative feelings toward her two-month-old son. She had a difficult pregnancy, and, over the weeks, she has felt the urge to hurt her baby because she blames him for her complicated delivery. In the given scenario, Angela is most likely suffering from _____.

A) postpartum depression
B) postpartum psychosis
C) gestational hypertension
D) reactive attachment disorder

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of children with reactive attachment disorder?

A) They cannot separate themselves from the people they are emotionally attached to.
B) They are provided with a warm and supportive environment.
C) They are taught as infants that they are deeply loved.
D) They do not trust adults, parents, or caregivers.