You are a contestant on a new game show "Psychologize!" You select a question on attachment,and the host asks you to complete the following: As an infant,Bernard's attachment is described as inconsistent,disturbed,and disturbing.You conclude that Bernard has a(n)____ attachment behavior.
A) avoidant
B) secure
C) disorganized
D) ambivalent

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Disorganized attachment behavior is characterized by inconsistent and often bizarre behaviors in response to a caregiver. The fact that Bernard's attachment is described as inconsistent, disturbed, and disturbing suggests that his attachment behavior is disorganized. Avoidant attachment behavior is characterized by a child avoiding or ignoring their caregiver, and ambivalent attachment behavior is characterized by a child being overly clingy and seeking constant reassurance. Secure attachment behavior is characterized by a child using the caregiver as a secure base from which to explore the world, and this does not fit with the description of Bernard's attachment. Therefore, C) disorganized is the best choice.

You Are a Contestant on a New Game Show "Psychologize!