Bowlby's Theory of Attachment Quiz

What is the concept of "monotropy" in Bowlby's theory of attachment?

• The idea that all attachments are equal in quality.

• The belief that one particular attachment is different in quality and importance than others.

• The notion that multiple attachments are necessary for development.

• The theory that attachment is not important for development.

According to Bowlby, what is the critical period for attachment?

• 1 to 3 months

• 3 to 6 months

• Up to 6 months, possibly extending to 2 years

• 2 to 4 years

What are "social releasers" in Bowlby's theory?

• Behaviors that encourage independence

• Innate cute behaviors that elicit care

• Actions that promote social isolation

• Learned behaviors that discourage attachment

What does the "internal working model" refer to in Bowlby's theory?

• A mental representation of the primary attachment relationship as a template for future relationships

• A physical model of the brain's attachment centers

• A theoretical model of social behavior

• A model of economic relationships

What is one challenge to the concept of monotropy mentioned in the evaluation?

• Monotropy is universally accepted without question.

• The primary attachment may be stronger but not different in nature.

• Monotropy is only applicable to animals.

• Monotropy is irrelevant to human development.

What evidence supports the idea of social releasers?

• Babies remain calm when attachment figures ignore them.

• Babies become upset when attachment figures ignore social releasers.

• Social releasers have no impact on attachment.

• Social releasers are only important in adulthood.

How is the quality of attachment passed on, according to the evaluation?

• Through genetic inheritance

• Through social media

• Through generations

• Through environmental factors only

What is a counterpoint to the support for the internal working model?

• It ignores other factors like genetic influences.

• It is universally accepted without question.

• It is only applicable to animals.

• It is irrelevant to human development.

What feminist concern is mentioned in the evaluation of Bowlby's theory?

• Bowlby's views imply that fathers shouldn't work outside the home.

• Bowlby's views imply that mothers shouldn't work outside the home.

• Bowlby's views imply that children shouldn't attend school.

• Bowlby's views imply that parents shouldn't have careers.

What additional credit does Bowlby give to mothers in his theory?

• Mothers are solely responsible for financial support.

• Mothers are given more credit for the child's development.

• Mothers are not important in the attachment process.

• Mothers are only responsible for discipline.