As an infant, Jason was not able to develop an attachment relationship with a primary caregiver. As a child, he is likely to approach unfamiliar adults and hug them and tell them he loves them. It seems Jason

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The behavior described - approaching unfamiliar adults and seeking physical affection - is characteristic of children with reactive attachment disorder, which is associated with early disruptions in attachment experiences. Option A, privation, refers to a complete lack of attachment experience, whereas Jason seems to have had some interactions with caregivers. Option C, anxious attachment disorder, is characterized by distress when separated from attachment figures, which is not mentioned in the scenario. Option D, demonstrative syndrome, is not a recognized clinical term.

As an Infant, Jason Was Not Able to Develop an Attachment