Under John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, regarding the stages of 'Secure Attachment' and 'Insecure-Resistant / Ambivalent Attachment' in infant development, which of the following psychological statements is most authentic and scientifically valid?

Understanding Attachment Theory

According to John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth's Attachment Theory, infants with Secure Attachment treat their primary caregiver as a 'secure base' allowing them to explore their environment confidently. They show mild distress upon separation but quickly calm down upon reunion.

Insecure-Resistant Attachment

• Behavior during separation: Children experience extreme distress.
• Behavior upon reunion: They display ambivalent behavior, seeking closeness while simultaneously showing anger, resistance, and difficulty being consoled.

Therefore, option (b) provides the most scientifically accurate description of these attachment styles.