Attachment behaviours Flashcards
1
Q
Define ‘Attachment’
A
The formation of a strong reciprocal bond between an infant and a primary caregiver
2
Q
Who devised the ‘Attachment behaviours and when?
A
Maccoby (1980)
3
Q
What does it mean by the phrase, ‘Attachment behaviours’?`
A
Behaviours symbolic of attachment
4
Q
What are the 3 attachment behaviours? (PSG)
A
Proximity seeking
Separation distress (and pleasure when reunited)
General orientation towards specific individual
5
Q
What are the 3 attachment behaviours?
A
Proximity seeking
Separation distress (and pleasure when reunited)
General orientation towards specific individual
6
Q
What are the two theories of attachment?
A
Learning Theory (Dollard and Miller) Evolutionary Theory (Bowlby)
