What kind of attachment,according to Ainsworth,is shown by a baby who explores the room and gets upset when the mother leaves but is easily soothed and is happy to see the mother when she returns?
A)secure
B)avoidant
C)ambivalent
D)disorganized-disoriented

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A baby who explores the room, gets upset when the mother leaves but is easily soothed and happy to see the mother when she returns is displaying secure attachment according to Ainsworth's attachment theory. In secure attachment, the child feels comfortable exploring their environment with the caregiver present, experiences distress when they leave, and is quickly soothed upon their return.

What Kind of Attachment,according to Ainsworth,is Shown by a Baby