Erika becomes upset when her father leaves. When her father is present, Erika approaches, follows, and climbs on him in preference to others. Erika is most likely ir Bowlby's phase. a. "clear-cut" attachment b. preattachment c. "attachment-in-the-making" d. formation of a reciprocal relationship

Based on Bowlby's attachment theory, the behavior described for Erika suggests she is in the phase of "attachment-in-the-making." This phase typically occurs between 6 and 12 months of age, where the child begins to show preferences for certain individuals, such as a parent or caregiver. Here's a brief explanation of the options: a. "clear-cut" attachment: This phase is usually observed around 12 to 18 months of age, where the child has a clear preference for one attachment figure and may show distress when separated from them. b. preattachment: This phase occurs before 6 months of age, where the child is not yet capable of forming attachments and may show no preference for specific individuals. c. "attachment-in-the-making": This phase occurs between 6 and 12 months of age, where the child begins to show preferences for certain individuals and may become upset when separated from them. d. formation of a reciprocal relationship: This phase occurs after the clear-cut attachment phase, where the child and the attachment figure engage in reciprocal interactions and the child can seek comfort from the attachment figure. Given the description of Erika's behavior, the most appropriate answer is: c. "attachment-in-the-making"