Situation
Jake and Sally have dated for several months.They have talked briefly about marriage and more extensively about living together.They have a strong sexual attraction to each other and describe their relationship as passionate.Sally feels very lucky to have met someone like Jake and wants to spend all of their free time together.She is even willing to take up Jake's hobbies so that they can be together all of the time.Lately,Sally has developed an intense jealousy over Jake spending time with his friends from work.Jake cares for Sally but wants to maintain some degree of freedom.
-Sally's focus on spending all of her time with Jake probably stems from
A)an anxious/avoidant attachment to her parents.
B)an anxious/ambivalent attachment to her parents.
C)a need to control the relationship.
D)a lack of trust in Jake's fidelity.

Question

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Sally's intense desire to spend all of her time with Jake and her jealousy over him spending time with his friends could indicate an anxious/ambivalent attachment style. This type of attachment style often stems from inconsistent parenting, where the child never knows if their needs will be met, leading to a fear of abandonment and a need for constant closeness with their partner. Sally's willingness to take up Jake's hobbies to be with him is also a potential sign of this attachment style.

Situation Jake and Sally Have Dated for Several Months.They Have Talked