Austin is in the Strange Situation and shows strong patterns of avoidance and resistance. He also displays extreme fearfulness around the caregiver. He would be classified as:
A) insecure resistant.
B) insecure avoidant.
C) securely attached.
D) insecure disorganized.

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Austin's behavior of showing both avoidance and resistance, along with extreme fearfulness, is characteristic of an insecure disorganized attachment. This type of attachment is marked by a lack of a coherent strategy for dealing with the stress of the Strange Situation, often due to fear or confusion regarding the caregiver.

Austin Is in the Strange Situation and Shows Strong Patterns