Explanations Of Attachment: Learning Theory Flashcards
1
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What is the learning theory of attachment
A
Classical and operant conditioning
2
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What does the learning theory of attachment suggest
A
That attachment is a set of learnt behaviours instead of innate biological behaviour.
3
Q
What is classical conditioning
A
where an infant learns to associate the caregiver with comfort and eventually forms an attachment.
4
Q
What is operant conditioning
A
Assumes that infants are in a drive state of internal tension or discomfort, and their actions focus on removing this discomfort.
5
Q
Pavlov: Before conditioning
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UCS -> UCR
(Food) (Salvation)
6
Q
Pavlov: during conditioning
A
NS + UCS -> UCR
(Bell) (Food) (Salvation)
7
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Pavlov: after conditioning
A
CS -> CR
(Bell) (Salvation)
