Mothers who were abusive and/or neglectful were associated with the __________ type of attachment.
A)secure
B)avoidant
C)ambivalent
D)disorganized-disoriented

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Mothers who were abusive and/or neglectful were associated with the disorganized-disoriented type of attachment. This type of attachment is characterized by contradictory behavior towards the caregiver, such as approaching and then avoiding them, and can result from inconsistent, frightening, or abusive caregiving. Children with disorganized-disoriented attachment may display fear or confusion when in the presence of their caregiver, and show a lack of coherent attachment strategy.

Mothers Who Were Abusive And/or Neglectful Were Associated with the __________