Bowlby's Critical Period of Attachment - a rule for secure attachment? - Developmental Psychology

The video explores the concept of a critical period in attachment theory, initially supported by animal studies and case studies like Genie's. It discusses Bowlby's research on juvenile delinquents and contrasts it with studies by Tizzard and Chisholm, which suggest that while early attachment is important, its absence doesn't preclude forming later attachments. The video concludes that while a strict critical period may not exist, early attachment influences social and emotional development.

What is the main idea behind the concept of a critical period in attachment theory?

• A period when language development occurs

• A specific time frame when attachments must form

• A phase for learning motor skills

• A time for developing cognitive abilities

Which case study is often cited in discussions about critical periods in attachment?

• The case of Genie, the Feral child

• The case of Victor, the wild boy

• The case of Peter, the neglected child

• The case of Anna, the isolated child

What did Bowlby's research on juvenile delinquents suggest about attachment?

• Attachments can form at any age

• Attachments are only important in adulthood

• Attachments are not necessary for development

• Attachments must form within a critical period

What did Tizzard's study on children in care reveal about attachment formation?

• Attachments can form even after early childhood

• Attachments are only formed with biological parents

• Attachments cannot form after early childhood

• Attachments are irrelevant in adoptive families

What was a notable observation in the study of Romanian orphans regarding their social behavior?

• They were aggressive towards strangers

• They were overly friendly with strangers

• They were overly cautious with strangers

• They were indifferent to strangers