Timmy Has Just Had His First Birthday

question 49

Multiple Choice

Timmy has just had his first birthday. Even though he is a "big boy" now, Timmy still becomes very upset whenever his parents leave him with a sitter, even for short periods of time. Upon their return, Timmy still appears to be distressed and is not easily soothed. Even though he seems to want his parents to hold him, he fidgets or pulls away once in their arms. Which of Ainsworth's classifications best fits Timmy?

• A) Insecure-avoidant
• B) Secure
• C) Insecure-resistant
• D) Insecure-disorganized

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Definitions:

Cohesiveness

The degree to which members of a group or team feel bonded together, which affects their willingness to cooperate and work collaboratively.

Members' Desire

The wants or aspirations of individuals within a group or organization.

Compliance Conformity

The process of aligning one's actions and behavior with established guidelines, rules, or standards.

Involuntary Conformity

The act of altering one's behavior or beliefs due to real or imagined pressure from others, without conscious desire to make such changes.