After being married 6 years, Sarah doesn't get Amanda a gift for her birthday. Your textbook points out that internal working models of attachment affect how we view interpersonal events. Which of the following interpretations about Sarah's behavior might we expect Amanda to make if she is high in both anxiety and avoidance?

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Someone who is high in both anxiety and avoidance is likely to be hyper-vigilant for signs of rejection or abandonment, and also tends to distance themselves emotionally to avoid potential rejection. Therefore, they may interpret Sarah's failure to get a gift as a sign of rejection or anger towards them, even if there is no evidence to support this interpretation. Choice B reflects this interpretation.

After Being Married 6 Years, Sarah Doesn't Get Amanda a Gift