Which of the following children is most likely to be upset when her father leaves the room?
A) Ilsa, who has an insecure-resistant attachment to her father
B) Nola, who has a secure attachment to her father
C) Denia, who has a disorganized attachment to her father
D) Lakesha, who has an insecure-avoidant attachment to her father

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Children with insecure-resistant attachment tend to be anxious and clingy around their caregivers and may become upset when their caregiver leaves. Children with secure attachment (option B) are typically confident in their caregiver's return and may explore their environment when the caregiver leaves. Children with disorganized attachment (option C) may display confusing or contradictory behaviors when their caregiver leaves. Children with insecure-avoidant attachment (option D) may not show much distress when their caregiver leaves.

Which of the Following Children Is Most Likely to Be