Understanding Ainsworth's Attachment Theory

What was the primary focus of Ainsworth's study?

• Educational outcomes in early childhood

• The relationship between a mother and her baby

• The effects of nutrition on infant development

• The impact of play on language acquisition

What method did Ainsworth use to study attachment styles?

• Cross-sectional survey

• Strange Situation procedure

• Controlled laboratory experiment

• Longitudinal cohort study

Which attachment style describes a child who does not mind when the parent leaves and is indifferent upon their return?

• Disorganized attachment

• Resistant attachment

• Avoidant attachment

• Secure attachment

What behavior characterizes a securely attached child when the caregiver returns?

• The child ignores the caregiver

• The child is angry with the caregiver

• The child is happy to see them

• The child is indifferent

How do children with resistant attachment typically react to the caregiver's departure?

• They are indifferent

• They are curious

• They are calm and composed

• They become extremely disturbed and angry

What is a common trait of caregivers of avoidantly attached children according to Ainsworth?

• They are overly attentive

• They are insensitive and inattentive

• They are sensitive and responsive

• They are highly interactive

Which type of attachment is considered the healthiest by Ainsworth?

• Secure attachment

• Resistant attachment

• Disorganized attachment

• Avoidant attachment

What behavior do children with resistant attachment show towards the attachment figure?

• They are overly friendly and engaging

• They show clingy behavior and reject attempts to interact

• They ignore the attachment figure

• They behave identically to their behavior with strangers