Karen sees herself as friendly, good natured, and likeable, while seeing others as generally well intentioned, reliable, and trustworthy.She is comfortable relying on her husband and friends and having them depend on her.Karen does not worry about being abandoned by her husband.According to Latty-Mann and Davis's research on adult attachment styles, Karen would be described as having a(n) _____ attachment style?
A)ambivalent
B)avoidant
C)secure
D)dependent

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Karen's self-description and perception of others as trustworthy and reliable indicate a secure attachment style, which is characterized by comfort with intimacy and interdependence in relationships, trust in others, and a positive view of oneself. Her lack of worry about abandonment by her husband further supports this attachment style. The other options (ambivalent, avoidant, and dependent) are not consistent with Karen's description.

Karen Sees Herself as Friendly, Good Natured, and Likeable, While