Bowlby's Theory of Maternal Deprivation

Question 1

outline the basis of Bowlby’s maternal deprivation theory

Answer 1

being separated from a mother (maternal deprivation) has serious consequences

Question 2

what is the difference between separation and deprivation?

Answer 2

separation: child is not in the presence of primary attachment figure
deprivation: child is deprived of emotional care
separation becomes a problem if there is deprivation

Question 3

what is the critical period according to maternal deprivation

Answer 3

first 2.5 years of life

Question 4

what are the effects on development is a child experiences maternal deprivation?

Answer 4

intellectual development, emotional development -> affectionless psychopathy

Question 5

what was Bowlby’s research for maternal deprivation? outline the procedure and findings

Answer 5

44 criminal teenagers interviewed for signs of affectionless psychopathy (lack of affection, guilt, empathy)
14/44 had it, and 12 had experienced prolonged separation from their mothers