Attachment Theory Quiz

Who developed the Attachment Theory that is central to understanding emotional development in children?

• Sigmund Freud

• Jean Piaget

• John Bowlby

• Erik Erikson

What term describes the specific bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver?

• Bonding

• Attachment

• Linking

• Pairing

Which stage of attachment is characterized by an inability to distinguish main caregiver and shows a lack of stranger anxiety?

• Pre-attachment

• Attachment-in-the-making

• Clear-cut attachment

• Formation of reciprocal relationships

Which stage of attachment involves the infant beginning to develop a sense of familiarity and trust on the caregiver to meet their needs?

• Pre-attachment

• Attachment-in-the-making

• Clear-cut attachment

• Formation of reciprocal relationships

What type of attachment is marked by high distress about the caregiver's availability and responsiveness?

• Secure attachment

• Avoidant attachment

• Resistant attachment

• Disorganized attachment

What type of attachment involves the child showing little or no distress when the caregiver leaves, and ignoring the caregiver upon return?

• Secure attachment

• Avoidant attachment

• Resistant attachment

• Disorganized attachment

In attachment theory, what term is used to describe the internal representations of attachment figures that guide an individual's expectations in relationships?

• Attachment model

• Internal working model

• Relationship blueprint

• Emotional schema

Which three characteristics are typical of a securely attached child?

• Comfort with exploration when the caregiver is present

• Severe distress when the caregiver departs

• Using the caregiver as a safe base for exploration

• Easily comforted upon the caregiver's return

What impact does a secure attachment in early childhood have on later development?

• Increased likelihood of social and emotional difficulties

• Enhanced ability to form stable relationships

• Decreased cognitive development

• Increased dependency on others