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Cooldude101

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Dave has an anxious attachment style. How did his attachment style likely develop?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Amara has a secure attachment style. How did her attachment style likely develop?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: When a caregiver is unreliablefor example, when he is depressed or abuses drugsthe child is likely to develop anxiety about relationships. Someone with anxious attachment is nervous that the other person will not love him back.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Secure attachment develops when a child's caregiver is a source of comfort and security; the child learns to trust others. When she feels scared, she knows the caregiver will provide help and comfort. Thus, the child feels ready to explore the environment.



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