Donna is a mother who behaves in a frightening way around her child. She has been reported to child protection services for possibly abusing her child. What attachment type is her baby most likely to develop?

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Research has shown that when a caregiver behaves in a frightening or abusive manner, the child may develop a disorganized-disoriented attachment style. This attachment style is characterized by a lack of clear attachment behavior towards the caregiver and confusion in the child’s response to reunion with the caregiver.

Donna Is a Mother Who Behaves in a Frightening Way