Question

To encourage an infant's cognitive and psychosocial development, parents and other caregivers should _______
1. Allow the baby to play alone several hours each day
2. Firmly explain the rules of acceptable behavior
3. Give loving, consistent care including playing
4. Keep the baby with them at all times so he or she is safe
5.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Give loving, consistent care including playing

Concept:

Infant's cognitive and psychosocial development:

• Infants can be considered children anywhere from 1 month to 1 year old. 
• Cognitive development means the learning process of memory, language, thinking, and reasoning.
• Psychosocial development involves changes not only in children's open behavior but also in their social cognition. For example, they become able to take the point of view of others and understand that other people's behavior is based on their knowledge and desires.
• Always keep the child in front of your eyes not with you so that he is safe so that cognitive and psychosocial development can take place.
• The infant will not be able to play alone for a longer duration.

• To encourage an infant's cognitive and psychosocial development, parents and other caregivers should give loving, consistent care. including playing.
• Distract your child with toys and move him to safe areas when he starts to move and touch things he shouldn't be touching.
• Spend time hugging and holding your baby. This will help him feel cared for and secure.
• Look for things around your home that could be dangerous for your baby. As a parent, it is your job to ensure that you create a safe home for your child.