A child shows no interest in contact with her mother following a separation.This child does not specifically resist the mothers' efforts,but she will not seek much contact.She shows no preference for her mother over a stranger.Which of the following best describes this child?

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The child described is displaying patterns of insecure/avoidant attachment, wherein they avoid or seem indifferent to their caregiver, do not seek contact or comfort from them, and may show no preference between them and a stranger. This type of attachment is often a result of consistent unresponsiveness or rejection from the caregiver.

A Child Shows No Interest in Contact with Her Mother