Recent research has indicated that approximately 80 percent of infants abused by their caregivers are likely to fit the attachment profile of ________ attachment.

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Research has shown that the majority of infants who are abused or neglected by their caregivers have a disorganized/disoriented attachment profile. This attachment style is characterized by a lack of a consistent and organized strategy for dealing with stressful situations, as well as disorientation and confusion in the presence of the caregiver. In contrast, insecure (ambivalent/avoidant) attachment styles are less frequently associated with abuse and neglect.

Recent Research Has Indicated That Approximately 80 Percent of Infants