Three months after her mother died,13-month-old Jessica,who initially searched everywhere for her mom and then appeared very sad,has now taken a renewed interest in playing with her toys and interaction with new people.Bowlby would suggest that Jessica is in the _____ phase of bereavement.

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According to Bowlby's phases of bereavement, the initial phase is protest, where the individual searches for the lost one and shows distress. The next phase is despair, where the individual becomes withdrawn and depressed. In the third phase, detachment, the individual starts to show interest in other activities and people, indicating that they are starting to move on from the loss. Therefore, Jessica's renewed interest in playing with toys and interacting with new people suggests that she is in the detachment phase of bereavement.

Three Months After Her Mother Died,13-Month-Old Jessica,who Initially Searched Everywhere