Marlee and her father are being observed in the Strange Situation to determine the kind of attachment relationship they share. Marlee gets somewhat upset when her father leaves the room, but stops crying when he returns. She walks over to him for a hug and seems easily comforted. This indicates that there is a(n) ____ attachment.

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Marlee's behavior indicates a secure attachment because she is upset when her father leaves, seeks comfort from him upon his return, and is easily comforted by him. This suggests that she trusts him to be a source of comfort and support when needed. Avoidant attachment would be characterized by little distress upon separation and avoiding or ignoring the parent upon their return. Resistant attachment would be characterized by intense distress upon separation and difficulty being comforted upon reunion. Disorganized (disoriented) attachment would be characterized by confusion or fear towards the parent, often due to inconsistent or abusive behavior from the parent.

Marlee and Her Father Are Being Observed in the Strange