Jeff and Amber Demand Respect and Immediate Obedience from Their

question 103

Multiple Choice

Jeff and Amber demand respect and immediate obedience from their children. They use spanking as a primary form of punishment. Which of Baumrind's parenting styles do Jeff and Amber employ?

• A) authoritative
• B) neglectful
• C) indulgent
• D) authoritarian

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Definitions:

Secure Attachment Style

A pattern of attachment characterized by trust, a sense of security, and a positive view of oneself and relationships.

Anxious-Ambivalent

A type of insecure attachment style where individuals are overly needy and preoccupied with their relationships.

Obsessive

Characterized by persistent and intrusive thoughts, urges, or images that cause significant anxiety or distress.

Anxious-Ambivalent Children

Children who display insecurity and anxiety in relationships, often resulting from inconsistent caregiving responses.