Baby Heather is absorbed in her playing when suddenly there is a loud crashing sound outside of the house. Heather immediately moves as fast as she can to her grandmother (who is her primary caregiver). According to Bowlby's conceptualization of attachment, Heather is not in:

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Heather is in phase two of Bowlby's conceptualization of attachment, which is characterized by the development of a secure base. In this phase, the child uses the caregiver as a secure base from which to explore the environment. When the child is threatened, they will move towards the caregiver for comfort and protection.

Baby Heather Is Absorbed in Her Playing When Suddenly There