Some children who were observed in the strange situation scenario did not demonstrate one consistent attachment style, but instead seemed unable to decide how they should react to their mother and to new circumstances

Researchers have labeled this the insecure-__________ attachment style.
A) secure
B) disorganized
C) resistant
D) avoidant


Answer: B
Rationale: Disorganized is a subtype of insecure attachment. A child with insecure-disorganized attachment does not have a consistent pattern of behavior either when the mother leaves or when she returns. The child might freeze for a moment, seemingly unsure of what to do next.

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