A mother worries that she and her husband were so stressed with money problems after the birth of their daughter,now a preschooler,that her daughter will not have a secure attachment to her.You tell her

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The quality of the current relationship between the mother and child determines the attachment. While early experiences do shape attachment patterns, attachment can be flexible and can change over time. It is important for the mother to focus on building a secure and positive relationship with her daughter now, regardless of past difficulties. Consistent and responsive caregiving can strengthen attachment and promote secure attachment in the preschool years.

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