What is the behavior of insecure-avoidant attached children when reunited with their mothers?

Insecure-avoidant attached children typically display indifference during reunions with their mothers. This attachment style is characterized by a lack of emotional responsiveness and a tendency to avoid seeking comfort from caregivers when distressed. When these children are reunited with their mothers, they may show little to no interest or reaction, which suggests that they are not particularly reliant on their mothers for emotional support.

This behavior contrasts sharply with securely attached children, who usually exhibit excitement and joy when reunited. Insecure-avoidant children might also suppress their emotions, demonstrating a learned behavior of self-reliance that prevents them from seeking closeness or expressing needs. This tendency to avoid emotional engagement can have long-term implications for their social relationships and emotional development.