You observe an experiment where a child is placed into an unfamiliar room with toys while the mother (strong attachment figure) is present in the room as well. Which behavior systems do you expect to become active or inactive in this child?

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In this scenario, the presence of a strong attachment figure (the mother) provides the child with a sense of security, allowing the child to explore the unfamiliar environment. This activates the exploratory behavior system while inhibiting the attachment system, as the immediate need for closeness or security from the attachment figure is reduced.

You Observe an Experiment Where a Child Is Placed into an Unfamiliar