Critics of research that examines the impact of maternal employment on mother-infant attachment argue that

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The Strange Situation procedure, developed by Mary Ainsworth, is designed to assess the quality of attachment by observing a child's reactions to being separated from and then reunited with the caregiver. Critics argue that this measure may not accurately reflect attachment quality in infants who are accustomed to their mothers leaving and then returning, as these infants might naturally appear more secure or unfazed by the separation, not because of a strong attachment, but because of their familiarity with the situation. Choices B and C present viewpoints that are not directly related to the criticism of research methods on maternal employment and attachment, making A the correct choice.

Critics of Research That Examines the Impact of Maternal Employment