At the age of 18 months, Cody seems to prefer his dad. His mother was in graduate school when he was born. His dad would get him up in the mornings and take him to day care and pick him up in the evenings. Since his mom was often studying after dinner, Cody's dad usually gave him a bath and read him a bedtime story. Now he runs to his dad when hurt or afraid. If his mother tries to get him up in the mornings, he cries for his dad. He cries for his dad to read him his bedtime story. Which statement is most TRUE about Cody?

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Cody's father has been his primary caregiver and has provided him with consistent care, leading to an appropriate attachment between them. It is not necessary that a child's primary attachment figure must be their mother. Additionally, there is no evidence to suggest that Cody is at risk of attachment failure or suffering due to lack of maternal nurturing. Similarly, there is no indication that Cody is insecurely attached.

At the Age of 18 Months, Cody Seems to Prefer