Regarding the affection and attention given an infant during the first year of life, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)One of the most important developments of the first year of life is the creation of a bond of trust and affection between the infant and at least one other person.
B)It is nearly impossible to spoil a baby with too much attention during the first year or two.
C)The capacity to form warm and loving relationships in later life may depend on having early affectional needs met.
D)All of these statements are true.

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All of these statements are true. The first year of life is crucial in building a strong bond of trust and affection between the infant and their caregiver. It is commonly believed that it is impossible to spoil a baby with too much attention during the first year or two. Finally, research suggests that the ability to form warm and loving relationships later in life can be influenced by the early experiences of attachment and the meeting of early affectional needs.

Regarding the Affection and Attention Given an Infant During the First