An Attachment Style Inventory Was Completed by Couples Waiting in an Airport

question 55

Multiple Choice

An attachment style inventory was completed by couples waiting in an airport, their behavior was then observed until departure. Results from this research showed that

• A) avoidant individuals showed signs of stress over flying.
• B) most secure participants left the waiting area before their partners departed.
• C) avoidant couples directly expressed anxiety to the researchers.
• D) secure participants showed signs of closeness to their partner while waiting.

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