Question

In the Strange Situation, Latoya basically ignored her mother, was not upset when she left the room, and did not seek her out when she returned. Mary Ainsworth would most likely classify Latoya as being:

Answer 1

Answer:

Insecure avoidant or Avoidant Attachment.

Explanation:

Mary Ainsworth developed the Attachment theory which the Insecure avoidant is part of.  According to Ainsworth, children with Insecure avoidant behavior respond with intense anguish to the separation from the mother or caregiver. It seems that this type of attachment is the result of a scarce maternal or caregiver availability. These children learn that their mother will not be there whenever they need it.