When Mothers Are Inconsistent in Responsiveness to Their Babies, the Babies

question 48

Multiple Choice

When mothers are inconsistent in responsiveness to their babies, the babies are characterized as

• A) anxious-avoidant.
• B) anxious-resistant.
• C) secure.
• D) disorganized.

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