Charlie fell while running on the playground. He looks up towards the nearest adult. In regards to social referencing, which teacher response helps Charlie decide for himself how to react?
A) "You're okay."
B) "You fell down. Are you okay?"
C) "Big boys don't cry."
D) "Ohhhh, OUCH!"

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Option B involves asking Charlie how he is feeling, which allows him to make his own decision about how to react. Option A assumes that Charlie is okay and does not give him the chance to express his feelings. Option C involves gender stereotypes and option D does not involve acknowledging Charlie's feelings.

Charlie Fell While Running on the Playground