In John Bowlby's research on infant attachment styles, infants who were emotionally distant, slow to trust others, and unwilling to depend on others were said to have an ____ attachment style.

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Infants who are emotionally distant, slow to trust others, and unwilling to depend on others are said to have an avoidant attachment style. This attachment style is characterized by a lack of interest in seeking comfort from caregivers when distressed and a tendency to not look to others for support or comfort. It is often seen in infants who have experienced inconsistent caregiving or neglect.

In John Bowlby's Research on Infant Attachment Styles, Infants Who