Bella is pointing out flaws in the ideas of Bowlby and Ainsworth about infant attachment. Which is a statement Bella should make?
A) "Attachment security in infancy is consistent over time."
B) "Attachment security in infancy depends on many forces, not just the caregiver."
C) "Attachment security in infancy may can predict long-term mental health."
D) "Attachment security in infancy is not important."

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Bowlby and Ainsworth's ideas suggest that attachment security in infancy is solely dependent on the caregiver's behavior. However, research has shown that there are multiple factors that influence infant attachment, such as genetics, temperament, and culture. Therefore, Bella should point out this flaw in their ideas. The other answer choices are either not accurate (A and C) or outright incorrect (D).

Bella Is Pointing Out Flaws in the Ideas of Bowlby