Which statement about bonding reflects the most current expert view?

a) Bonding between mother and infant during the first few minutes following birth guarantees a strong relationship between mother and child over their lifetime.
b) Without bonding between mother and infant during the first few minutes following birth, the infant is at greater risk of developing long-term problems.
c) Humans are not at risk for later emotional or social problems if they do not bond with a caretaker in the first few minutes following birth.
d) Without bonding between father and infant during the first few weeks following birth, the infant will develop long-term problems.


Answer: b

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