Attachment Theory Quiz

What is the primary argument of the attachment theory?

• Children should be left alone to develop independence.

• A strong emotional and physical bond to one primary caregiver in our first years of life is critical to our development.

• Multiple caregivers are essential for a child's development.

• Attachment to pets is as important as attachment to caregivers.

What is the result of a strong and secure attachment in early years?

• Greater trust and success in life

• Lack of social skills

• Fear of exploring the world

• Problems forming relationships

Which of the following is NOT a type of insecure attachment?

• Secure

• Anxious/Disorganized

• Anxious/Avoidant

• Anxious/Ambivalent

How does Ann, who is 3 years old, react to the new lack of attention from her mother?

• She avoids showing her feelings.

• She avoids all social situations.

• She becomes clingy and ambivalent.

• She feels securely attached and optimistic.

What is Joe's attachment style?

• Anxious/Disorganized

• Anxious/Avoidant

• Anxious/Ambivalent

• Secure

What is the effect of toxic stress on a child's development?

• It has no significant effect.

• It weakens the immune system and impairs brain development.

• It only affects physical growth.

• It enhances brain development.

What is the key moment in the Strange Situation assessment?

• When the child is left alone.

• When the child plays with their mother.

• When the child meets a stranger.

• When the mother returns to the room.

What did the study at Minnesota University predict with 77% accuracy?

• If a child would have a positive self-image.

• If a child would graduate from college.

• If a child would have health issues.

• If a child would dropout of high school.

What percentage of undergraduates at Harvard who reported a broken relationship with their mother were diagnosed with health issues 35 years later?

• 45%

• 55%

• 91%

• 77%

According to John Bowlby, what might those who feel insecurely attached struggle with?

• Academic success

• Physical health

• Making friends

• Understanding themselves