Attachment. Bowlby Attachment Theory. Flashcards
Overview of Bowlbys attachment theory
Bob’s attachment theory emphasises the importance of early emotional bonds between a child and their caregiver.
He believed these attachments are vital for survival and emotional development serving as a foundation for future relationships .
Did Bowlby believe that children were preprogrammed biologically to form attachment with others from birth?
Yes.
What was Bolwby belief about the critical period of forming an attachment?
Bob believe there was a crucial pair of the developing attachment. This was 2 1/2 years old. If this attachment was not developed during this time period then it may well not happen at all. This is mainly the mother that the child forms the attachment with.
What is maternal deprivation?
Breaks or disruption in the attachment with the primary caregiver in the first two years this can lead to serious consequences.
What was the primary objective of Bowlby’s 44 Thieves study?
To investigate the relationship between early attachment experiences and the development of delinquent behavior.
44 thieves study.
True or False: Bowlby found that all the children in his study had secure attachments.
False
44 thieves study.
Fill in the blank: Bowlby identified __________ as a key factor in the emotional and behavioral problems of the thieves.
maternal deprivation
44 thieves study.
Which group did Bowlby compare the 44 thieves to in his study?
A control group of non-delinquent children.
What percentage of the 44 thieves were found to have experienced significant maternal deprivation according to Bowlby’s findings?
Approximately 86%
Strengths of Bowlbys 44 thieves study.
Parents were involved
Many children were interviewed
It was useful application
Weaknesses of bowlbys 44 thieves study.
Bad psychological effects on the children
Doesn’t reflect society today
