#1
Which theorist is associated with the concept of infant attachment?
John Bowlby
ExplanationJohn Bowlby is associated with the concept of infant attachment.
#2
What is the term used to describe an infant's behavioral style?
Temperament
ExplanationTemperament is the term used to describe an infant's behavioral style.
#3
What is the term for the process by which infants form emotional bonds with their primary caregiver?
Attachment
ExplanationAttachment is the term for the process by which infants form emotional bonds with their primary caregiver.
#4
What is the term for the emotional and behavioral reactions of infants in response to unfamiliar people or situations?
Stranger anxiety
ExplanationStranger anxiety is the term for the emotional and behavioral reactions of infants in response to unfamiliar people or situations.
#5
According to Bowlby, what is the critical period for the formation of attachment in infants?
6 months to 1 year
ExplanationAccording to Bowlby, the critical period for the formation of attachment in infants is 6 months to 1 year.
#6
According to Bowlby's attachment theory, what is the primary function of attachment?
To fulfill emotional needs
ExplanationThe primary function of attachment according to Bowlby's theory is to fulfill emotional needs.
#7
Which type of attachment style is characterized by infants showing distress when separated from their caregiver but are easily comforted upon their return?
Secure attachment
ExplanationSecure attachment is characterized by infants showing distress upon separation but being easily comforted upon return.
#8
Which method is commonly used to assess infant attachment?
Observational procedures
ExplanationObservational procedures are commonly used to assess infant attachment.
#9
According to Ainsworth's research, which attachment style is characterized by infants showing little to no distress upon separation from their caregiver and minimal interest upon reunion?
Avoidant attachment
ExplanationAvoidant attachment, according to Ainsworth's research, is characterized by infants showing little distress upon separation and minimal interest upon reunion.
#10
Which parenting style is typically associated with the development of secure attachment in infants?
Authoritative
ExplanationAuthoritative parenting style is typically associated with the development of secure attachment in infants.
#11
What term is used to describe a consistent pattern of emotional and behavioral reactions in infants?
Temperament
ExplanationTemperament is the term used to describe a consistent pattern of emotional and behavioral reactions in infants.