Classic Evidence: Bowlby (1944) - Conclusions

Question 1

What Is The Main Conclusion That Can Be Drawn From Bowlby’s Research?

Answer 1

The children would not have become offenders if they had not had experiences that were harmful to healthy development.

Question 2

What Did Bowlby Propose About The Affects Of Separation On The Superego?

Answer 2

Bowlby proposed that damage to the mother-child relationship would affect the development of the superego, leading to a reduced sense of morality.

Question 3

What Is The Implication Of This Study?

Answer 3

The implication is that treatment should be offered to delinquents.

Question 4

What Is The Preferable Approach To Stopping Delinquency In Children?

Answer 4

The preferable approach is prevention, however sometimes separation from the mother is unavoidable.