Attachment Theory

[Ohme1kanoby]

Do you think I have answered the question correctly? Do I need to add anything else? TIA


Q. Describe how your knowledge of attachment theory informs you as the educator, in building trusting relationships with young children.

A.Attachment theory indicates that early responsive relationships in infancy create secure base in which the child feels safe and secure to explore the world. This also gives them a template for future relationships. Children with strong early attachments have greater control over their emotions because they have had access to people who care for the emotional needs.

As an educator the Attachment theory helps me understand the importance of building responsive relationships with the children in care. The quality of care is important in care just as it is at home. Creating attachments with children in care help the children feel safe and less stressed when their primary caregiver has gone.

[Lorina]

Yes, I think you're on the right track with your response!

I would probably suggest that you add an example of how you will create attachments with children in your care...

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Lorina

[khuku]

Hi Lorina
I am struggling with this question.Is this answer is correct?
15. Explain the attachment theory. Provide the reference you used in answering this item.

Attachment theory is a concept in developmental psychology that concerns the importance of "attachment" in regards to personal development. Specifically, it makes the claim that the ability for an individual to form an emotional and physical "attachment" to another person gives a sense of stability and security necessary to take risks, branch out, and grow and develop as a personality.
Basically, it explains about parent-child relationship and how it influences child's development. It is as simple as it gets: your baby needs to develop a relationship with you in order to grow healthy.
Research on Bowlby’s theory of attachment showed that infants placed in an unfamiliar situation and separated from their parents will generally react in one of three ways upon reunion with the parents:
1. Secure attachment: These infants showed distress upon separation but sought comfort and were easily comforted when the parents returned;

2. Anxious-resistant attachment: A smaller portion of infants experienced greater levels of distress and, upon reuniting with the parents, seemed both to seek comfort and to attempt to “punish” the parents for leaving.

3. Avoidant attachment: Infants in the third category showed no stress or minimal stress upon separation from the parents and either ignored the parents upon reuniting or actively avoided the parents (Fraley, 2010).
Referances:
https://positivepsychology.com/attachment-theory/
https://www.psychologistworld.com/devel ... ent-theory
1. Bowlby, John. Attachment and Loss. 1969.
2. Ainsworth, M. “Infancy in Uganda: Infant Care and the Growth of Love.” Baltimore: John Hopkins University Press, 1967.
3. Hazan, C. & Shaver, P. “Attachment as an organizational framework for research on close relationship.” Psychological Inquiry. 5 1-22, 1994.
Thanks
Khurshid

[Lorina]

Yes I believe you're on the right track with your response.

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Lorina

[CaseyT21]

Could I get help with this question please
Briefly describe the key aspects of two primary attachment theories

[Lorina]

This may help:

Attachment Theory

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Lorina

[CharlotteGreens]

Hi Lorina
I am struggling with this question.Is this answer is correct?
15. Explain the attachment theory. Provide the reference you used in answering this item.

Attachment theory is a concept in developmental psychology that concerns the importance of "attachment" in regards to personal development. Specifically, it makes the claim that the ability for an individual to form an emotional and physical "attachment" to another person gives a sense of stability and security necessary to take risks, branch out, and grow and develop as a personality.
Basically, it explains about parent-child relationship and how it influences child's development. It is as simple as it gets: your baby needs to develop a relationship with you in order to grow healthy.
Research on Bowlby’s theory of attachment showed that infants placed in an unfamiliar situation and separated from their parents will generally react in one of three ways upon reunion with the parents:
1. Secure attachment: These infants showed distress upon separation but sought comfort and were easily comforted when the parents returned;

2. Anxious-resistant attachment: A smaller portion of infants experienced greater levels of distress and, upon reuniting with the parents, seemed both to seek comfort and to attempt to “punish” the parents for leaving.

3. Avoidant attachment: Infants in the third category showed no stress or minimal stress upon separation from the parents and either ignored the parents upon reuniting or actively avoided the parents (Fraley, 2010).
Referances:
https://positivepsychology.com/attachment-theory/
https://www.psychologistworld.com/devel ... ent-theory
1. Bowlby, John. Attachment and Loss. 1969.
2. Ainsworth, M. “Infancy in Uganda: Infant Care and the Growth of Love.” Baltimore: John Hopkins University Press, 1967.
3. Hazan, C. & Shaver, P. “Attachment as an organizational framework for research on close relationship.” Psychological Inquiry. 5 1-22, 1994.
Thanks
Khurshid

Hi Khurshid,

Your answer provides a good overview of attachment theory and its significance in personal development, particularly in the context of parent-child relationships. The information about the three attachment styles (secure attachment, anxious-resistant attachment, and avoidant attachment) is also accurate.

To further enhance your response, you might want to consider adding a brief explanation of the origin of attachment theory. Attachment theory was developed by British psychologist John Bowlby, and he first presented his ideas in his book "Attachment and Loss" published in 1969. The book discussed the importance of early bonds between infants and caregivers and their influence on emotional development throughout life.

Overall, your answer provides a solid understanding of attachment theory, and with a minor addition about its origin, it would be an excellent response to the question. good job! If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.

[ChelseaDarbyshire]

Hi Lorina
I am struggling with this question.Is this answer is correct?
15. Explain the attachment theory. Provide the reference you used in answering this item.

Attachment theory is a concept in developmental psychology that concerns the importance of "attachment" in regards to personal development. Specifically, it makes the claim that the ability for an individual to form an emotional and physical "attachment" to another person gives a sense of stability and security necessary to take risks, branch out, and grow and develop as a personality.
Basically, it explains about parent-child relationship and how it influences child's development. It is as simple as it gets: your baby needs to develop a relationship with you in order to grow healthy.
Research on Bowlby’s theory of attachment showed that infants placed in an unfamiliar situation and separated from their parents will generally react in one of three ways upon reunion with the parents:
1. Secure attachment: These infants showed distress upon separation but sought comfort and were easily comforted when the parents returned;

2. Anxious-resistant attachment: A smaller portion of infants experienced greater levels of distress and, upon reuniting with the parents, seemed both to seek comfort and to attempt to “punish” the parents for leaving.

3. Avoidant attachment: Infants in the third category showed no stress or minimal stress upon separation from the parents and either ignored the parents upon reuniting or actively avoided the parents (Fraley, 2010).
Referances:
https://positivepsychology.com/attachment-theory/
https://www.psychologistworld.com/devel ... ent-theory
1. Bowlby, John. Attachment and Loss. 1969.
2. Ainsworth, M. “Infancy in Uganda: Infant Care and the Growth of Love.” Baltimore: John Hopkins University Press, 1967.
3. Hazan, C. & Shaver, P. “Attachment as an organizational framework for research on close relationship.” Psychological Inquiry. 5 1-22, 1994.
Thanks
Khurshid

Thanks for the useful literature, Bowlby, John. Attachment and loss. 1969. Maybe for many years, but the information that has been there still very relevant