One-year-old Rethabile is not upset when her mother leaves the room, and when her mother returns, Rethabile turns away from her. Rethabile is exhibiting ____ attachment.

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Rethabile's lack of distress when her mother leaves and turning away when she returns suggests an avoidant attachment style where the infant does not seek comfort from their primary caregiver and may even actively avoid them.

One-Year-Old Rethabile Is Not Upset When Her Mother Leaves the Room