Bowlby's Monotropic Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What is monotropic theory?
A
The theory of attachment
2
Q
What is monotropic theory also known as?
A
Evolutionary theory
3
Q
Who did Bowlby say the bond would be with?
A
The mother
4
Q
Why would the bond be with who it is with?
A
Mother stayed at home
5
Q
What is the law of continuity?
A
The more stable and constant the care, the better the attachment
6
Q
What is the law of accumulated separation?
A
The amount of time spent away from the caregiver leads to a poorer quality attachment
7
Q
What did Bowlby reject?
A
Learning theory
8
Q
Example of social releases?
A
Laughing
Gurgling
Crying
Giggling
9
Q
What is special about the attachment?
A
First
Strongest
10
Q
What is the internal working model?
A
It is the template for future relationships
