Bowlby's theory suggests that attachment is adaptive. What is the special importance of a behaviour being adaptive?
A)People who are attached live longer
B)It makes sure that the mother and baby are happy
C)It promotes survival
D)It can act as a secure base
E)All of the above

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Adaptive behaviors are those that have evolved to increase the likelihood of survival and reproduction. In the context of Bowlby's attachment theory, the attachment behavior is considered adaptive because it enhances the survival chances of the infant by ensuring proximity and care from the caregiver.

Bowlby's Theory Suggests That Attachment Is Adaptive