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Devon clings to his mother. When she leaves the room, he cries loudly, but when she returns to comfort him, he kicks and squirms. Mary Ainsworth would say he is____________

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The answer is insecure-resistant.

Step-by-step explanation:

Children with this attachment type are extremely close to their caregiver. They will feel anxious when separated from their caregivers, and will try to call their attention. However, it's possible for the children to show rejection after reuniting. For this reason, this is also called ambivalent attachment.

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