The Continuity Hypothesis

• What does the continuity hypothesis state about internal working models?

  They shape future relationships with others
• How do internal working models influence adult relationships?

  They continue to influence behavior in adult relationships
• In what way do we recreate attachments from our caregivers?

  By imitating relationships with parents
• What role does the internal working model play in shaping expectations about future relationships?

  It shapes expectations and beliefs about relationships
• What are the types of attachment styles mentioned in the continuity hypothesis?

  • Secure attachment
  • Insecure resistant attachment
  • Insecure avoidant attachment
• How does a person's attachment style with their parents affect future relationships?

  It shapes their attachment style with others
• What is an internal working model?

  A schema built from attachment to parents
• What do internal working models consist of?

  Attitudes and beliefs about relationships
• How does the continuity hypothesis relate to parenting?

  It influences how we parent our own children