ASWB LCSW Social Work Clinical Practice Exam

At what age range does an infant primarily exhibit detached and self-absorbed behavior?

1. 0-1 month

2. 1-5 months

3. 5-9 months

4. 9-15 months

The correct answer is: 0-1 month

Infants in the age range of 0-1 month primarily exhibit detached and self-absorbed behavior due to their developmental stage. During this time, newborns are in a phase of adjustment to the world outside the womb and are primarily focused on their basic needs, such as feeding and sleep. Their social engagement is limited, and they are not yet capable of forming attachments or recognizing caregivers in a meaningful way. At this stage, their behavior can be characterized by reflexive responses rather than conscious interactions. They may display a lack of awareness of their environment or the people within it, which contributes to the perception of being detached or self-absorbed. As infants grow and enter subsequent developmental milestones, their social engagement increases, leading to more interactive behaviors and attachment to caregivers.