In the Strange Situation, the infant is left alone in one episode, which usually leads to distress
In the next episode, the stranger, rather than the mother, returns to the room. Why is this
episode necessary?
A) If the infant continues to cry, it is a sign of attachment insecurity.
B) The episode informs us as to why the infant was crying. If the infant was crying because
he missed his mother, he will continue crying.
C) If the stranger can calm down the child then the child is probably secure.
D) To determine if the mother becomes distressed over the separation.
B
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