It appears that Daniel is uninfluenced by his childhood relationship with his mother. For example, even though his mother wasn't around much during his childhood, instead of being upset, Daniel says, "No big deal, I didn't need her anyway." An attachment theorist would most likely describe Daniel as having

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Daniel's statement and attitude suggest an anxious-avoidant attachment style, characterized by dismissing or minimizing the importance of close relationships and showing emotional independence and self-reliance, often as a defense mechanism due to early unavailability or rejection by caregivers.

It Appears That Daniel Is Uninfluenced by His Childhood Relationship