Which Attachment Pattern Describes a Style of Attachment in Which

Multiple Choice

Which attachment pattern describes a style of attachment in which children display a combination of positive and negative reactions to their mothers? They show great distress when the mother leaves,but upon her return they may simultaneously seek close contact but also hit and kick her.

A) ambivalent attachment pattern
B) avoidant attachment pattern
C) secure attachment pattern
D) disorganized-disoriented attachment pattern