Which statement about children's friendships is NOT true?
A) Openness between friends enhances creativity.
B) Friendships help children who are being victimized by other peers.
C) Higher levels of gossip in friendships are associated with poor developmental outcomes.
D) Children need friendships.

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Openness between friends can indeed enhance creativity, but this statement is not specifically untrue about children's friendships. It's more of a general statement about the positive effects of openness in any relationship. The other options directly relate to findings from research on children's friendships, such as the protective role of friendships for victimized children, the negative impact of gossip within friendships, and the fundamental need for friendships in childhood development.

Which Statement About Children's Friendships Is NOT True