According to psychologist Sandra Hofferth, which of the following is NOT a part of self-care children's development?

a) Given their hectic schedule, self-care children may benefit from a period of decompression after school.
b) Self-care children may have an opportunity to develop autonomy.
c) Self-care children who stay at home rather than "hanging out" unsupervised with friends may avoid activities that lead to difficulties.
d) Self-care children seem more emotionally damaged than children who come home to and are supervised by a parent.

Answer: d

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