Although three-year-old Adam goes right to the attractive toys located in the dentist's waiting room, he periodically returns to his mother's side for brief moments. He most clearly displays signs of .

The correct answer is secure attachment.

Bowlby's attachment theory describes the importance of the initial relationship that develops between the baby and his primary caregiver. This affective bond, called attachment, provides the basis for social, emotional and even cognitive development. In addition, attachment relationships continue to influence ideas, feelings, motives and intimate relationships throughout life.

Research shows that secure attachment is a protective factor that optimizes developmental outcomes, while children with insecure attachment are more prone to social problems and maladjustment; and children with disorganized attachment are at higher risk for psychopathology and unsatisfactory results

The impact of secure attachment on human life has an influence even in adulthood and the person tends to make safe and stable personal relationships. In a context of secure attachment, the child learns to be himself, feels unique and exclusive to his parents.

    racial conflict and discrimination has existed ever since man learned to kill with rocks and bones. these conflicts arose from disputes between territory, power, wealth, religion, or simple difference. some of the most infamous racial disputes include slavery, the holocaust, and the civil rights movement.

    these listed disputes often resulted in casualties from all sides. riots, wars, imprisonment, and lynching are all commonly associated with racial conflict on severe levels.

      however, racism is an improving issue in recent decades. people are being more accepting and welcoming of diverse populations. though, the world isn't perfect and it will take much more time, if ever, until the world is rid of racism.