Which of the following is NOT listed as an infant need?

• A. Healthy diet
• B. Physical touch
• C. Predictable intention
• D. Positive emotional display

Answer: (A)

Infant needs in this context are described as psychosocial supports that help build secure attachment and early emotional regulation. The key elements are: physical touch, which provides warmth, comfort, and a sense of safety; predictable intention, meaning caregivers respond consistently and clearly, giving the infant a reliable sense of what to expect; and positive emotional display from caregivers, which signals safety and fosters emotional learning.

Healthy diet, while essential for growth and physical health, isn’t part of this particular list of psychosocial infant needs. It’s a fundamental biological requirement, but the model highlighted here focuses on the relational and emotional aspects of caregiving. That’s why healthy diet is the one that isn’t listed among these infant needs, while the other three items fit the framework.