In the Strange Situation, Richard Is Unresponsive to His Mother

Multiple Choice

In the Strange Situation, Richard is unresponsive to his mother when she is present. When she leaves, Richard reacts to the stranger in much the same way as to his mother. When his mother returns, Richard pays no attention to her. Richard is demonstrating __________ attachment.

A) avoidant
B) secure
C) disorganized/disoriented
D) resistant