Although the level of attachment to parental figures is a large part of a child's social development, it is not the only factor. A mixture of the child's experiences when away from the mother and their own temperment can play a large role in whether they and socially successful. If over time a child realizes that being away from the mother is not so bad they may then adapt to the situations, whether they are securely attached, anxious resistant, or anxious avoidant.
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-- Edited by 102intro on Tuesday 7th of April 2009 07:15:39 PM
I agree with this. I think that the future well-being of a child depends largely on their experiences, although a strong secure attachment as an infant, or an abusive family background can also shape it.
