Which of the Following Statements Is a Major Criticism of Attachment

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is a major criticism of attachment theory?

• A)It acknowledges the importance of the role played by genetic characteristics and temperament in a child's social competence.
• B)It emphasizes that infants are highly resilient and adaptive.
• C)It ignores the diversity of socializing agents and contexts that exists in an infant's world.
• D)It considers the influence of culture on the nature of attachment in infants.

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Definitions:

Thermoregulatory Mechanisms

Physiological processes that maintain the body's internal temperature within a normal healthy range, regardless of external conditions.

Unresponsive

A state in which a person is not reacting to stimuli or commands, often indicating a serious medical condition.

Carotid Pulse

The pulse that can be felt on either side of the neck over the carotid artery, often checked during emergency situations to assess heart function.

Temperature Regulation

The physiological and behavioral processes by which the body maintains its internal temperature within certain boundaries, despite external conditions.