Introduction To Attachment

Question 1

Define attachment.

Answer 1

A close, emotional bond between two people (carer and infant), characterized by mutual affection and a desire to maintain proximity.

Question 2

Attachment Behaviours: Define proximity seeking.

Answer 2

Desire to be physically close to the carer, anxiety when they cant be.

Question 3

Attachment Behaviours: Define separation protest.

Answer 3

Distress at separation from carer.

Question 4

Attachment Behaviours: Define pleasure at reunion.

Answer 4

Quickly settled upon being reunited with carer.

Question 5

Attachment Behaviours: Define secure base effect.

Answer 5

Eager to explore environment when carer is near. Infant will regularly check that carer is still in sight and will demonstrate social referencing to see if it’s safe to continue.

Question 6

Attachment Behaviours: Define stranger anxiety.

Answer 6

Distress at stranger interaction.