Ainsworth strange situation Evaluation

Question 1

strength of ainsworth methodology?

Answer 1

reliable - lab setting - controlled environment - set time intervals

Question 2

weakness of ainsworth methodology?

Answer 2

unethical - distresses baby

lack ecological validity - not set in babies own home

Question 3

What are the evaluation points?

Answer 3

strengths:

• Controlled conditions (behavioural categories)

weaknesses:

• Ainsworth did not identify 4th attachment