In this type of attachment, these toddlers are less likely to explore any toys when the mother is present and they show greater distress when she leaves the room. When she returns they run to greet her, but then push away when she attempts to comfort or pick them up.

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Insecure-resistant attachment is characterized by the toddler being hesitant to explore toys when the caregiver is present, showing distress when the caregiver leaves, and seeking contact with the caregiver upon their return but then resisting comfort or attempts to be picked up. This is in contrast to secure attachment, where the toddler is comfortable exploring their environment when the caregiver is present and seeks comfort from the caregiver when needed, and insecure-avoidant attachment, where the toddler doesn't seek comfort from the caregiver at all. The disorganised-disoriented attachment is characterized by inconsistent and unpredictable behavior towards the caregiver.

In This Type of Attachment, These Toddlers Are Less Likely