Aspect ratio isn't working in InDesign CC

Has anyone else had problems with the aspect ratio not working properly in InDesign CC? Ever since I download CC to my computer, it hasn't worked properly - it always stretches things out rather than keeping everything proportional. It's really frustrating, and I'm not sure how to fix it. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
I forgot to mention that it does work properly in my CC version of Illustrator, which is why I'm confused.

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