A child who does not form a loving bond early in life tends to suffer impairment in their social development.This statement emphasizes the importance of the
A) sensitive period.
B) temperament state.
C) zone of proximal development.
D) genetic principles of development.

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The sensitive period refers to a period in development where a certain ability or skill is most easily learned, and research has shown that the development of an attachment bond between caregiver and child is most crucial during the first few years of life. If a child does not form a loving bond early in life, they may have difficulty developing healthy social relationships later on, highlighting the importance of this sensitive period. The other options (temperament state, zone of proximal development, genetic principles of development) do not directly relate to the importance of early attachment in social development.

A Child Who Does Not Form a Loving Bond Early