Dara Exhibits an Ambivalent Style of Attachment

question 169

Multiple Choice

Dara exhibits an ambivalent style of attachment.Which statement BEST describes the behaviour of her mother,Kendra?

• A)Kendra is especially sensitive to Dara's emotional state.
• B)Kendra is completely insensitive to Dara's needs for reassurance.
• C)Kendra is likely to respond to Dara's requests for reassurance.
• D)Kendra is likely to respond inconsistently to Dara's requests for reassurance.

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