After being separated from his mother, baby Cecil cries and turns away from his mother when she returns. What kind of attachment is Cecil most likely exhibiting?

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Avoidant attachment typically occurs when a caregiver is consistently unavailable or unresponsive to a child's needs. When the caregiver returns, the child may actively avoid them or show little interest in interacting with them. Cecil's turning away from his mother upon her return is consistent with avoidant attachment.

After Being Separated from His Mother, Baby Cecil Cries and Turns