The Strange Situation Flashcards
1
Q
Define the strange situation
A
Controlled observation
To test attachment security
Infants assessed on response to
unfamiliar room,
Being left alone,
Being left with a stranger,
And being reunited with caregiver.
2
Q
Define secure attachment
A
Moderate stranger anxiety
Moderate separation anxiety
Ease of comfort reunion
3
Q
Define insecure- attachment
A
Low stranger anxiety
Low separation anxiety
Content to explore
Little response to reunion
4
Q
Define insecure- attachment
A
High levels of stranger and separation anxiety
Resistance to explore
Resistance to accept comfort on reunion
