Disruption of Attachment: Privation Flashcards
1
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What is privation?
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- Where no attachment bond ever has the opportunity to form.
- More likely to result in lasting damage than deprivation.
2
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Who were the Bulldog Banks children?
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- Six refugees aged between three and four discovered by Russian troops.
- It was believed that they were orphaned at only a few months old.
- They had no time to form any attachments.
- It was decided they should stay together at the Bulldog Banks Centre.
3
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What was the Bulldog Banks childrens’ behaviour like?
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- Could be highly aggressive and would spit and hit adults who tried to restrict their behaviour.
- They didn’t know what toys were for and would destroy them.
- Their language skills were limited and would only engage with staff if they needed something.
- The children were devoted to each other and were very fair.
4
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What was the outcome of the Bulldog Banks study?
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- With careful nurturing and support from the staff, all children made rapid improvement.
- They displayed consideration and helpfulness to the staff, as well as identifying with adults.
5
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Who was Genie?
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- A girl who was denied human contact and was beaten and strapped to a potty seat until she was discovered at the age of 13.
6
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How did Genie act before 18?
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- She couldn’t stand or speak.
- Spent most of her time spitting.
- She began to develop some language skills.
- Her IQ improved from 38 to 74 in the span of six years.
7
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How did Genie act after 18?
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- She was returned to her mother but only stayed for a few months before being accommodated in a series of foster homes.
- She was further abused in these foster homes leading to further deprivation.
8
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Who participated in Quinton et al. (1984)?
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- 94 female participants who had been reared in institutions because of a breakdown in parenting.
- A control group of 51 women from the general population.
9
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What was the procedure in Quinton et al. (1984)?
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- Records from the institution were examined.
- Both groups were interviewed when they were 21-27.
- Home observations were undertaken for those with young children.
- Interviews focused on their recall of their childhood; their later family, peer and work experiences and their current circumstances, functioning and adjustment.
10
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What were the results of Quinton et al. (1984)?
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- The institution group showed poorer psychosocial functioning and were more likely to report parenting difficulties.
- A supportive spouse and good living conditions did mitigate these findings in some.
11
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What was concluded in Quinton et al. (1984)?
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Privation can have long-term effects and these are often linked to parenting difficulties.
12
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What are the strengths of Quinton et al. (1984)?
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- Detailed and in-depth records are present.
- Standardised questionnaire and observations increase reliability.
13
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What are the weaknesses of Quinton et al. (1984)?
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- Follows up studies rely on memory, which may not be accurate.
- It could be that social and economic factors play a larger role than early privation.
- Demand characteristics and social desirability may cause the questionnaires to lack validity.
