3.2.1.2 Indiscriminate Attachment

• How do infants behave in indiscriminate attachment?

  They seek comfort from any person present
• What does it indicate if a baby shows no strong preference for comfort from caregivers?

  They are exhibiting indiscriminate attachment
• What is the definition of indiscriminate attachment?

  Affection shown to familiar and unfamiliar people
• What distinguishes indiscriminate attachment from specific attachment?

  Indiscriminate attachment lacks a preferred caregiver
• What characterizes the indiscriminate attachment phase?

  Babies enjoy attention from anyone
• How might a baby with indiscriminate attachment react to a stranger's smile?

  • Giggle in response
  • Show no more affection than to a caregiver
• What vocal behaviors do babies display during the indiscriminate attachment phase?

  Smiling and babbling
• What is the age range for indiscriminate attachment in babies?

  3 to 7 months
• What are the key behaviors of babies with indiscriminate attachment?

  • Love attention from anyone
  • Smile and babble at anyone
  • No strong preference for comfort
• How does the indiscriminate attachment phase affect a baby's social interactions?

  They do not favor one person over another
• How do babies with indiscriminate attachment respond to interactions?

  They smile and babble at anyone
• At what age do babies transition to specific attachment?

  Around 7 months
• How do babies respond to familiar and unfamiliar people during this phase?

  They enjoy attention from both types
• What behavior do babies exhibit during the indiscriminate attachment phase?

  They show affection for anyone
• How might a baby demonstrate indiscriminate attachment with a new visitor?

  By giggling and reaching out happily
• How does a baby's reaction to a new visitor compare to their reaction to a parent during the indiscriminate attachment phase?

  They show the same level of happiness
• What is the difference between indiscriminate and specific attachment?

  Indiscriminate attachment lacks preference; specific attachment shows preference
• What does it mean when babies show no preference during the indiscriminate attachment phase?

  They don't favor one person for comfort
• How does a baby's attachment behavior change as they grow?

  They prefer one caregiver for comfort
• What is the term used to describe the attachment that is crucial for child development?

  Indiscriminate attachment
• What might a baby accustomed to various caregivers experience in new social situations?

  Confidence and openness
• What behavior might indicate a baby has developed specific attachment?

  Smiling only at parents and crying at strangers
• How does early trust from indiscriminate attachment affect future relationships?

  It sets a positive foundation for relationships
• What are the characteristics of indiscriminate and specific attachment in babies?

  • Indiscriminate attachment:
  • No preference for caregivers
  • Smiles at all adults
  • Specific attachment:
  • Preference for one caregiver
  • Smiles only at primary caregiver
  • Distress when strangers approach
• If a baby giggles at a stranger, what does this behavior demonstrate?

  Indiscriminate attachment to others
• Why is indiscriminate attachment important for child development?

  It helps babies learn trust in people
• How does indiscriminate attachment enhance a child's ability to socialize?

  By making it easier to form close bonds
• What role does indiscriminate attachment play in building lasting relationships?

  It enhances the ability to build relationships
• What is a likely outcome for a baby who is comforted by different caregivers?

  They will likely make friends easily
• Who conducted the longitudinal study on attachment stages?

  Schaffer and Emerson
• What was the location of Schaffer and Emerson's study?

  Glasgow
• How many infants were observed in the study?

  60 infants
• What method did Schaffer and Emerson use to collect data?

  They observed infants in their homes
• What are the stages of attachment identified by Schaffer and Emerson?

  1. Asocial
  2. Indiscriminate
  3. Specific
  4. Multiple
• What is the age range for specific attachment?

  7+ months
• What are the key cultural practices affecting indiscriminate attachments?

  • Communal Caregiving: Shared responsibility among caregivers
  • Extended Family Roles: Involvement of grandparents, aunts, and uncles
  • Group Nurseries: Common infant care facilities in some societies
• What age range is affected by cultural variations in indiscriminate attachments?

  3-7 months
• What is the preference towards caregivers during the indiscriminate attachment stage?

  No specific preference
• What is the purpose of indiscriminate attachment?

  Learn that people are generally reliable
• What is the significance of group nurseries in certain societies?

  They provide common infant care facilities