According to Bowlby and Ainsworth, what is the cause of Justin’s maladjusted attachment style? What influenced the development of Angela’s attachment style?

What will be an ideal response?


Justin’s parents are described as cold and distant. Most likely they interacted with Justin this way even when he was a child. Because of their behavior, Justin was unable to develop a secure attachment to them as a child. Instead, he probably developed an ambivalent attachment to his parents, which carried into his adult relationships.
Angela’s secure attachment is most likely due to her parents providing a warm nurturing environment during her childhood. Her secure attachment in childhood led to secure adult relationships.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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