The ambivalent/resistant attachment type is characterized by ______. Group of answer choices disinterested behavior around attachment figures and ignoring reunions mild distress at leave-takings and quick consolation at reunions severe distress at leave-takings and contradictory behavior at reunions disorganized behavior around attachment figures
Answer (1)
The ambivalent or resistant attachment type is characterized by severe distress at leave-takings and contradictory behavior at reunions. Children with ambivalent attachment become very upset when a caregiver leaves but act uncertain or angry when the caregiver returns. This shows emotional inconsistency, often due to unpredictable caregiver behavior.
