Jessica and Tim Are First-Time Expectant Parents

question 176

Multiple Choice

Jessica and Tim are first-time expectant parents.They are eager to ensure their child forms a secure attachment relationship with them.Which of the following would you tell them?

• A) Daughters and sons respond similarly to maternal behaviour.
• B) The father plays no role in attachment relationships.
• C) The quality of the attachment relationship is entirely dependent on the mother.
• D) It grows from loving affection and can be an enduring bond.

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