During the strange-situation test,Grady begins crying when his mom leaves the room.When his mom returns,Grady holds up his arms,asking to be picked up.However,when his mom picks him up,he pushes her away angrily.Grady's behavior is consistent with a(n) ________ attachment style.
A) avoidant
B) separation anxiety
C) secure
D) ambivalent

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Grady's behavior is indicative of an ambivalent attachment style, characterized by a child showing strong signs of distress when a parent leaves and ambivalence upon their return, such as seeking comfort but also resisting it.

During the Strange-Situation Test,Grady Begins Crying When His Mom Leaves