Which of the following statements best describes the role of early attachments for later behavior?
A. Attachments formed in infancy are not relevant for understanding relationships in childhood or adolescence.
B. The attachment formed at 12 months may change dramatically by age 2.
C. A secure attachment can become insecure but an insecure attachment cannot become secure.
D. Secure attachments are associated with positive adaptive capacities at 3 to 5 years.
Answer: D
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