Bowlby's Theory of Maternal Deprivation

What is the main focus of Bowlby's Theory of Maternal Deprivation?

• The impact of a child's attachment to their mother on their future development

• The role of fathers in early childhood development

• The influence of siblings on a child's personality

• The effect of peer relationships on academic success

What was John Bowlby's early childhood experience with his mother?

• He spent most of his time with his mother

• He only saw his mother for about one hour a day

• He was raised entirely by his mother

• He never saw his mother

What did Bowlby compare the importance of 'mother-love in infancy and childhood' to?

• Education and learning

• Vitamins and proteins for physical health

• Social interactions and friendships

• Financial stability and wealth

What study led to Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory?

• The 44 Thieves study

• The Attachment study

• The Childhood Development study

• The Parental Influence study

What was a significant event in John Bowlby's early life that may have shaped his future work?

• His father leaving the family

• His mother passing away

• His nanny leaving when he was four years old

• Moving to a different country

What was the main focus of Bowlby's investigation between 1936 and 1939?

• Studying 88 children who came to his clinic

• Analyzing the impact of poverty on crime

• Investigating adult criminal behavior

• Researching the effects of education on delinquency

How were the two groups of children in Bowlby's study matched?

• By age and IQ

• By gender and socioeconomic status

• By family background

• By school performance

What type of tests were given to each child at the Clinic?

• Mental tests to assess intelligence and emotional attitude

• Physical fitness tests

• Academic proficiency tests

• Behavioral assessments

Who interviewed the mother to establish a psychiatric history of the child's life?

• A social worker

• A psychologist

• A teacher

• A doctor

What did Bowlby do during the six-month period of further interviews?

• Conducted psychotherapy with each child

• Administered academic tests

• Organized group therapy sessions

• Held parent-teacher meetings