Aisha's parents sometimes argue, but quickly work through the conflict. Sometimes they come to an agreement and other times they just agree to disagree. According to the Emotional Security Hypothesis theory, Aisha will ______.
A) start to feel insecure and worry that they will divorce
B) suffer from few negative effects of their arguments
C) develop a reduced capacity to regulate her emotions
D) become argumentative due to observational learning

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According to the Emotional Security Hypothesis, children can suffer few negative effects from parental arguments if those conflicts are resolved in a healthy manner. Aisha witnessing her parents work through conflict and come to resolutions, whether by agreement or agreeing to disagree, provides a model of constructive conflict resolution, which can contribute to her emotional security.

Aisha's Parents Sometimes Argue, but Quickly Work Through the Conflict