influence of early attachment on later relationships

Question 1

what is the internal working model

Answer 1

acts as a template for future childhood and adult relationships.

babys first relationship with their primary attachment figure leads to a mental repsentation of their first relationship
babys first attachment is crucial

Question 2

what is the relationships in childhood

Answer 2

attachment type is associated with the quality of peer relationships

As securly attached babies will have better future relationships.

Question 3

what is the relationship in adulthood

Answer 3

internal working model affects two major adult experiances -
1. romantic relationship
2. parental relationships.