Why is your first relationship so important? Internal Working Models - Psychology Revision Video

The video explores the concept of internal working models, introduced by John Bowlby, which are mental representations formed around relationships. These models, shaped by early childhood experiences with caregivers, guide future behaviors and feelings in relationships. The video discusses how these models influence our perception of others and are studied in adults through the Adult Attachment Interview. It also covers adult attachment classifications and their continuity across generations, emphasizing the impact of early attachment experiences on later life.

What is the concept of an internal working model as described in the text?

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How do early experiences with primary caregivers shape a child's internal working model?

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What is the significance of the Adult Attachment Interview in studying internal working models in adults?

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What are the classifications of adults based on their attachment types?

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Explain how the phrase 'the apple doesn't fall far from the tree' relates to internal working models.

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