Adults with a dismissive attachment representation describe their childhood experiences
A) in very general terms and idealize their parents.
B) by objectively reporting both positive and negative aspects of their parents.
C) reluctantly and prefer not to talk about what are very negative memories of their parents.
D) emotionally, expressing anger and confusion regarding their parents.

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Adults with a dismissive attachment representation tend to suppress or idealize their childhood experiences with their parents as a coping mechanism. They may minimize negative memories to justify their current emotional distance.

Adults with a Dismissive Attachment Representation Describe Their Childhood Experiences