In this type of attachment, toddlers show extremely unusual behaviour. They seemed dazed and detached when the mother leaves the room, but with outbursts of anger. When the mother returns, they may seem fearful.

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This type of attachment is known as disorganised-disoriented attachment. Toddlers with this attachment style exhibit confusing and contradicting behaviour, often seeming disoriented and fearful. They may display unusual motor behaviour and be difficult to soothe.

In This Type of Attachment, Toddlers Show Extremely Unusual Behaviour