Understanding Bowlby's Attachment Theory

What is the primary focus of Bowlby's attachment theory?

• The development of cognitive skills in children

• The emotional bond between a child and their primary caregiver

• The social interactions among peers

• The physical growth of children

According to Bowlby, what is the critical period for forming attachments?

• Birth to 6 months

• 6 months to 2 years

• 2 years to 5 years

• 5 years to 10 years

Which of the following is NOT a type of attachment identified by Bowlby?

• Secure attachment

• Anxious-ambivalent attachment

• Disorganised attachment

• Authoritative attachment

What long-term effect is associated with secure attachment in early childhood?

• Increased likelihood of developing anxiety disorders

• Higher levels of social competence and self-esteem

• Difficulty in forming relationships

• Increased dependency on others

Which psychologist is most closely associated with the development of attachment theory?

• Jean Piaget

• Sigmund Freud

• John Bowlby

• B.F. Skinner

What is the term used to describe the distress shown by infants when separated from their primary caregiver?

• Separation anxiety

• Stranger anxiety

• Attachment distress

• Caregiver anxiety

How does Bowlby describe the role of the primary caregiver in attachment theory?

• As a playmate

• As a secure base

• As a disciplinarian

• As a provider of resources

Which of the following is a potential consequence of disorganised attachment in childhood?

• Enhanced problem-solving skills

• Increased risk of behavioural problems

• Stronger peer relationships

• Improved academic performance

What is the "internal working model" in Bowlby's attachment theory?

• A child's understanding of physical objects

• A mental representation of self and others

• A model of cognitive development

• A framework for language acquisition

Which of the following statements best describes the concept of "monotropy" in Bowlby's theory?

• Children form multiple attachments of equal importance

• Children form a primary attachment to one main caregiver

• Children do not form attachments until later childhood

• Children form attachments based on environmental factors