Ainsworth attachment

Question 1

Insecure (anxious)/Avoidant Attachment

Answer 1

• baby interacts very little with mom
• shows little distress when mom leaves
• avoids/ignores mom upon return
• mom- impatient and unresponsive or provide too much stimulation

Question 2

Insecure (anxious)/ Ambivalent Attachment

Answer 2

• baby alternates b/w clinging and resisting their mother
• becomes very disturbed when left alone
• ambivalent when mom returns; may become angry and resist attempts at physical contact
• mom-moody, inconsistent

Question 3

Disorganized/Disoriented Attachment

Answer 3

• fear of caregivers, dazed/confused facial expression
• 80% of mistreated infants exhibits this pattern
• hostile/aggressive bx, low self-esteem, low academic achievement

Question 4

Secure Attachment

Answer 4

• baby explores the room while mom is present
• mildly upset when mom leaves
• actively seeks contact when mom returns
• mom–emotionally sensitive and responsive