Attachment Theory

Question 1

Attachment Theory

Answer 1

John Bowlby. This theory suggests that early emotional bonds between infants and caregivers profoundly impact a person’s social and emotional development throughout life, influencing their relationships and emotional well-being.

Question 2

Early Attachment Behavior

Answer 2

Actions and behaviors displayed by infants to seek proximity and comfort from their caregivers. These behaviors include crying, clinging, and smiling.

Question 3

What are the attachment styles

Answer 3

Secure Attachment
Avoidant Attachment
Anxious Attachment
Disorganized Attachment

Question 4

Secure Attachment

Answer 4

Infant uses the caregiver as a secure base for exploration, remaining calm when they leave and welcoming their return,

while in adulthood, the individual is comfortable with both intimacy and independence in relationships, able to trust and communicate openly with partners.

Question 5

Anxious Attachment

Answer 5

Infant clings to the caregiver and becomes very distressed when they leave,

while in adulthood, the person might be overly concerned about their partner’s availability and seek constant reassurance in relationships.

Question 6

Avoidant Attachment

Answer 6

Infants do not seek proximity to the caregiver, even when distressed. They may avoid or ignore the caregiver and show little emotion when the caregiver leaves or returns.

while in adulthood, the individual may struggle with intimacy and avoid emotional closeness in relationships.

Question 7

Disorganized Attachment

Answer 7

Infants display confused and contradictory behaviors. This attachment style is often associated with inconsistent or abusive caregiving.

Adults with disorganized attachment style may experience sudden shifts between anxiety and avoidance in close relationships.