Attachment - 2

Question 1

Van Ijzendoorn and Kroonenberg’s meta-analysis

Answer 1

meta-analysis of studies using the Strange Situation across different cultures.

Question 2

key findings of Van Ijzendoorn and Kroonenberg’s meta-analysis

Answer 2

• Secure attachment was the most common type of attachment across all cultures.
• There were cultural variations in the distribution of insecure attachment types.

Question 3

criticisms of Van Ijzendoorn and Kroonenberg’s meta-analysis

Answer 3

• Cultural bias in the Strange Situation
• Limited sample sizes in some cultures
• Overemphasis on individualistic cultures

Question 4

internal working model

Answer 4

behaviours influenced:
- romance
- poor parenting
- childhood relationships
- mental health

Question 5

continuity hypothesis

Answer 5

early attachment experiences influence later relationships.

Question 6

List the three main attachment types

Answer 6

• Secure attachment
• Insecure-avoidant attachment
• Insecure-resistant attachment