Marie enters the playroom of the psychology lab with her one-year-old son, Aaron. Aaron ignores the many attractive toys in the room and clings to his mother. When Marie leaves the room, Aaron begins to cry hysterically. When his mother returns and tries to comfort him, Aaron cries harder, kicks, and resists her efforts to hold him. Aaron would most likely be classified as:

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Aaron's behavior suggests that he is insecurely attached, specifically exhibiting the pattern of "resistant attachment." This is characterized by hesitancy to explore a new environment while clinging to the caregiver, distress upon separation, and difficulty being comforted upon reunion. This behavior may stem from inconsistent caregiving, which can lead to an inability to trust the caregiver to provide comfort and security.

Marie Enters the Playroom of the Psychology Lab with Her