Gabrielle is upset and cries when her mother goes to work. When her mom returns home, Gabrielle is still angry with her mom and she is inconsolable. This is an example of which type of attachment?

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Gabrielle's behavior is consistent with resistant attachment. This type of attachment is characterized by a child being upset when their caregiver leaves, and being difficult to console upon their return. The child may be angry, clingy, and appear to be punishing their caregiver for leaving them.

Gabrielle Is Upset and Cries When Her Mother Goes to Work