Elaine Is 12 Months Old, and Her Brother Peter Is

Multiple Choice

Elaine is 12 months old, and her brother Peter is 4 years old.Their mother, Tara, was recently divorced from their father, and although she continues to take care of her children's basic needs, she has become depressed, unaffectionate, and withdrawn.If Tara's pattern of behaviour continues for an extended period, what is the likely outcome for the children?

A) Elaine will develop signs of deprivation dwarfism, whereas Peter will develop nonorganic failure to thrive.
B) Both children will develop signs of deprivation dwarfism.
C) Both children will develop nonorganic failure to thrive.
D) Elaine will develop nonorganic failure to thrive, whereas Peter will develop signs of deprivation dwarfism.