Which child is MOST likely to experience separation anxiety in the situation described?
A) 5-month-old Anton, who is placed in a car seat by his parent who then disappears from his view
B) 13-month-old Jordan, who walks away from her parent into another room
C) 23-month-old Ellie, who is playing on the floor when her parent leaves the room
D) 15-month-old Sebastian, who is placed into his crib by his parent, who then leaves the room

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Separation anxiety is most common in children around 8-18 months of age, with a peak around 15 months. Among the given options, Sebastian is the only one in that age range and is placed in his crib by his parent, making him more likely to experience separation anxiety when his parent leaves the room.

Which Child Is MOST Likely to Experience Separation Anxiety in the Situation