What behavior is typical of children with avoidance attachment?

Children with avoidant attachment typically exhibit a lack of concern during separations from their caregivers. This behavior reflects their tendency to avoid seeking comfort or closeness, indicating a suppressed emotional response to distress. They may not cry or show signs of discomfort when their caregiver leaves, and upon the caregiver's return, they are less likely to engage or seek comfort from them.

This pattern of behavior demonstrates a learned strategy where the child has adapted to what they perceive as unresponsive caregiving, leading them to minimize their emotional expressions and become self-reliant. This detachment can often be misinterpreted as being independent or self-sufficient.