Kierra is a young, single parent who is emotionally distant to her children. When she does interact with them, she often gets frustrated and sends them away from her. What type of attachment are her children likely to form?

A. disorganized
B. resistant
C. avoidant
D. secure


C. avoidant

Psychology

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a. irrelevant for mental activities. b. less important than conscious processes. c. only relevant for the lower needs. d. highly important as the foundation of behavior.

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a. ?deep structure; surface structure b. ?phonemes; morphemes c. ?symbols; grammar d. ?syntax; semantics

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a. ?a defense mechanism b. ?cognitive dissonance c. ?repression d. ?cognitive restructuring

Psychology