Susie is an infant participating in a strange situation. When her mother leaves the room, Susie does not seem to care. Upon her mother's return, Susie ignores her. What kind of attachment does Susie have to her mother?
A) anxious-ambivalent
B) avoidant
C) rejecting
D) depressive

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Susie's behavior indicates an avoidant attachment style, where children tend to avoid or ignore the caregiver upon their return, showing little emotional response when the caregiver leaves or returns.

Susie Is an Infant Participating in a Strange Situation