People who were securely attached as children tend to have higher well-being later in life, but one does not necessarily cause the other. They could both result from another factor, such as:
genetics (specific tendencies or abilities)
lifestyle (nice house, good food, adequate income)
family (extended family present, parents still together, siblings)
experiences (no illnesses, deaths, crimes, other traumas)
-- Edited by 102intro on Tuesday 3rd of November 2009 06:11:04 PM
-- Edited by 102intro on Tuesday 3rd of November 2009 06:11:41 PM
I agree that the care giver's socio-economic status and other variable can deeply impact the study of attachment. The tests never take into account the fact that not all these families are picturesque representations of a family; many have struggles that most families face daily and must raise a child the best they can to develop a sense of family.
I agree with your opinion that many factors other than secure attachment can affect a child's well-being. It is very unlikely that attachment alone will define a child's personality and how they will behave later in life. Factors such as heredity and the environment also play crucial roles in child development. All of these factors shape a child's character and the life they will lead.
