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What did Ainsworth do?
Developed a
controlled
observation with a
two way mirror
to observe infants behaviour.
Where are the child and caregiver for the observation?
An
unfamiliar
playroom
What is the first episode?
The child is encouraged to
explore
(test
secure base
behaviour)
What is the second episode?
A stranger comes in and tries to
interact
with the child (Tests
stranger anxiety
)
What is the third episode?
Caregiver leaves the
stranger
and child together (Tests
separation
and
stranger
anxiety)
What is the fourth episode?
The caregiver
returns
and the stranger
leaves
(Tests
reunion
and secure base behaviour)
How many attachment types did Ainsworth identify?
3
What is secure attachment?
-The child is happy to explore but
seeks
proximity with the caregiver (secure base)
-Moderate
separation anxiety and stranger anxiety.
-Requires and
accepts
comforting reunion.
What percentage of Uk toddlers have a secure attachment?
60-75%
What is an insecure-avoidant attachment?
-Child explores
freely
but does
not
seek proximity (no secure base)
-Shows
little/
no
separation and stranger anxiety
-Does not require
comfort
at reunion
What percentage of Uk toddlers have an insecure-avoidant attachment?
20-25%
What is an insecure-resistant attachment?
-Child explores
less
and seeks greater
proximity.
(clingy)
-Shows considerable
stranger
and
separation
anxiety
-Resists
comfort
when
reunited
(angry)
What percentage of Uk toddlers have an insecure resistant attachment?
3%
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