As a result of Harlow's findings in his classic research with infant monkeys, we could say that
A) human children need significantly less physical contact than infant monkeys.
B) it is very important for children to have positive physical contact with an adult in order to feel safe and secure.
C) a stimulating environment can overcome the lack of warm physical connection between a parent and a child.
D) it is absolutely critical for a parent to constantly touch his or her child.

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Harlow's research showed that the infant monkeys preferred a cloth surrogate mother that provided warmth and comfort over a wire surrogate mother that provided food. This suggests that physical contact and warmth play a crucial role in the development of attachment and feelings of safety and security. Therefore, it is important for children to have positive physical contact with an adult in order to feel safe and secure.

As a Result of Harlow's Findings in His Classic Research