An infant cries when his mother leaves the room, yet, upon her return, hits her and struggles

to get down when she picks him up. This infant would probably be classified as __________
when using the Strange Situation classification system.

Fill in the blanks with correct word

ambivalent; resistant

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Which of the following best characterizes insecure-resistant attachment?

a. A willingness to use the caregiver as a secure base to explore the environment b. A tendency to be self-centered c. Acting both relieved and angry at a caregiver after seeing him or her again after separation d. A dependency on the mother for approval of all activities

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