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  • What is the purpose of the attachment revision video?
    To summarize key points from longer videos
  • What is the function of the psych boost app?
    To test knowledge of AEV psychology topics
  • What age range does the psych boost app cover for free?
    All of paper one
  • What does the tutorial support videos offer?
    Questions from all free papers
  • What are the stages of attachment identified by Schaffer?
    1. Asocial (0-6 weeks)
    2. Indiscriminate attachment (6 weeks - 7 months)
    3. Specific attachment (7-9 months)
    4. Multiple attachment (9-10 months+)
  • What behaviors do infants display in the asocial stage?
    Crying and smiling to ensure proximity
  • What is the significance of the indiscriminate attachment stage?
    Infants can differentiate familiar from unfamiliar people
  • At what age does specific attachment typically develop?
    7 to 9 months
  • What is a key characteristic of the multiple attachment stage?
    Infants form attachments with other caregivers
  • What did Schaffer and Emerson's study reveal about separation anxiety?
    It occurred in most babies by 25-32 weeks
  • What was the main finding regarding fathers in Schaffer’s study?
    75% of infants formed attachments with fathers
  • What type of play do fathers encourage more than mothers?
    Active play activities
  • How does the role of primary caregiver affect fathers' interaction style?
    They become more like mothers in responsiveness
  • What did Harlow's research on rhesus monkeys demonstrate?
    Infants prefer comfort over food
  • What is the critical period for imprinting in goslings according to Lorenz?
    Approximately 32 hours
  • What is a major criticism of Harlow's research?
    It raised ethical concerns about harm
  • What does Bowlby's monotropy theory suggest?
    Infants have a strong attachment to one caregiver
  • What is the internal working model in Bowlby's theory?
    A blueprint for future relationships
  • What is the implication of Bowlby's critical period for attachment?
    Lack of attachment can lead to negative consequences
  • How does learning theory explain attachment formation?
    Through classical and operant conditioning
  • What does the term 'social releases' refer to in Bowlby's theory?
    Signals used by infants to attract caregivers
  • What is the main criticism of applying learning theory to attachment?
    It is overly simplistic and reductionist
  • What are the types of attachment identified by Ainsworth?
    1. Secure attachment
    2. Insecure-avoidant attachment
    3. Insecure-resistant attachment
  • What behaviors indicate attachment strength according to Ainsworth?
    Proximity, exploration, and separation anxiety
  • What is the significance of reunion response in attachment?
    It indicates the strength of the attachment
  • How does Ainsworth categorize insecure-avoidant infants?
    They avoid contact with the caregiver
  • What is the role of sensitive responsiveness in attachment?
    It involves interpreting and responding to infant signals
  • What is interactional synchrony in caregiver-infant interactions?
    Simultaneous rhythmic interaction between them
  • What does imitation in infants involve?
    Copying the caregiver's expressions
  • Why is inter-rater reliability important in attachment studies?
    It ensures consistent observations across researchers
  • What is a limitation of caregiver-infant interaction research?
    Findings depend on assumptions about infants' thoughts
  • What is the main focus of Bowlby's attachment theory?
    The importance of a primary caregiver
  • What does the term 'mundane realism' refer to in studies?
    Real-life settings that enhance study validity
  • How does Bowlby's theory relate to early childhood care practices?
    It encourages immediate contact after birth
  • What is the impact of economic implications from attachment research?
    It may influence paternity and maternity leave policies
  • What is the main conclusion of Harlow's research?
    Contact comfort is crucial for attachment
  • What does the term 'critical period' imply in attachment studies?
    Specific time frame for forming attachments
  • How does Bowlby's theory differ from learning theory in explaining attachment?
    Bowlby's theory emphasizes innate drives over learned behaviors
  • What is the significance of the internal working model in relationships?
    It shapes future relationship expectations
  • What is the main focus of attachment research?
    Understanding the bond between infants and caregivers