Mariska's mother has just left her in a strange situation. She responds with panic. When her mother returns, she seeks attention from her mother by reaching for her but yet squirms when her mother picks her up. It is most likely that Mariska has a(n) __________ attachment style.

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Mariska's panic followed by seeking attention and squirming when her mother picks her up is indicative of an insecure-anxious attachment style. This type of attachment often results from inconsistent or unpredictable caregiving, which can cause the child to become overly reliant on their caregiver while also feeling unsure of their caregiver's responsiveness.

Mariska's Mother Has Just Left Her in a Strange Situation