Attachment 3

Question 1

What are the 4 factors that affect relationships between fathers and children (A01)?

Answer 1

1. Degree of sensitivity - if fathers show more sensitivity = stronger relationship
2. Type of attachment father has with parents - single parent fathers tend to form the same with their kids
3. Martial intimacy - degree of intimacy father has within relationship affects attachment with children
4. Supporting co-parents - amount of support father gives to his partner in helping to care for children affects the type of attachment he will have with his children.

Question 2

What is a strength of this study (A03)?

Answer 2

Children without fathers often do less well at school and show high levels of risk taking and aggression.

Question 3

What is a strength of this study (A03)?

Answer 3

Children who have secure attachments with fathers have good peer relationships, fewer problem behaviours and are more able control their emotions.