Securely attached infants have mothers who are more sensitive, accepting and cooperative to the needs of a child. They were more likely to explore and were less distressed when their mother left.
What is an insecure attachment type?
Insecurely attached infants have mothers who are unresponsive to crying and less affectionate.
What is insecure (avoidant)?
Insecurely (avoidant) attached infants have mothers who are more rejecting, paying lessattention to children. They were willing to explore and avoided contact with mother on return.
What is insecure (resistant)?
Infants who are insecurely (resistant) attached have mothers who tended to be occupied with routine activities when holding the child. They were less likely to explore and wanted closeness when mother returned.
