Dara exhibits an ambivalent style of attachment.Which statement BEST describes the behavior of her mother,Kendra?
A)Kendra is especially sensitive to Dara's emotional state.
B)Kendra is completely insensitive to Dara's needs for reassurance.
C)Kendra is likely to respond to Dara's requests for reassurance.
D)Kendra is likely to respond inconsistently to Dara's requests for reassurance.

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Dara's ambivalent attachment style suggests that her mother's responses to her needs are inconsistent. This would be in line with option D, which suggests that Kendra is likely to respond inconsistently to Dara's requests for reassurance. Kendra may sometimes respond in a supportive way, while other times she may be less attuned to Dara's needs.

Dara Exhibits an Ambivalent Style of Attachment