Study finds parenting practices, not only temperament, influence child attachment to parents.
A recent study challenges the notion that a child's temperament primarily dictates their attachment to parents. Researchers found that while children with difficult temperaments may have slightly higher rates of insecure attachments, the quality of caregiver relationships and parenting practices plays a more significant role. The study indicates that even these children can thrive with secure attachments, emphasizing the importance of positive parenting in fostering emotional development.
September 11, 2024
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