3.3.2 Harlow's Monkeys Study

• What was the main observation Harlow made regarding the monkeys' behavior?

  Which surrogate they spent more time with
• What was the significance of Harlow's experiment with the surrogate mothers?

  • Demonstrated the importance of comfort in attachment
  • Showed preference for soft cloth over food source
  • Highlighted emotional needs in infant development
• Why did Harlow separate the monkey babies from their mothers?

  To study attachment to surrogate mothers
• What is the name of the device shown on the right side of the image?

  Probe laser
• How does the gas-absorption cell work?

  • Gas enters the cell
  • Interacts with the fiber optic
  • Absorbed gas is detected by the QTF
  • Provides electrical modulation signal
• What is the purpose of the probe laser in the system?

  To measure the gas in the system
• How did Harlow's study challenge traditional views on attachment?

  It showed love isn't just about being fed
• What are the main functions of the components in the overall system?

  • Laser generates light
  • Laser controller controls the laser
  • Gas-absorption cell detects gas
  • Electrical demodulation processes the signal
  • Probe laser and F-P demodulation measure the gas
• What were the two types of surrogate mothers used in Harlow's experiment?

  One wire and one soft cloth
• What is the name of the device shown on the right side of the image, next to the probe laser?

  PD (Photodetector)
• What were the two types of surrogate mothers used in the experiment?

  Wire mother and cloth mother
• What are the key findings of Harlow's study regarding infant development?

  • Comfort and security are critical for development
  • Attachment is not solely based on food
  • Monkeys prefer cloth mothers for comfort
  • Monkeys with cloth mothers adapt better to new environments
• What did Harlow aim to prove regarding comfort and security?

  They are more important than just being fed
• What was the purpose of Harlow's experimental setup with the surrogate mothers?

  • To measure preference between comfort and feeding
  • To observe attachment behaviors in baby monkeys
  • To analyze responses to frightening situations
• What did Harlow's study conclude about infant development?

  Comfort and security are crucial
• What was the main focus of the observations made during the experiment?

  Preference for comfort versus feeding
• What are the main components of the gas-absorption cell?

  • Fiber
  • Gas in
  • Gas out
  • QTF (Quartz Tuning Fork)
• What does Harlow's study suggest about attachment in monkeys?

  Attachment is not just about feeding
• What study transformed our understanding of attachment theory?

  Harlow's monkey study
• What are the key components of the overall system shown in the image?

  • CW-DFB Diode laser
  • Laser controller
  • Gas-absorption cell
  • Electrical demodulation
  • Probe laser
  • F-P demodulation
• What type of situations were the monkeys exposed to in Harlow's study?

  Frightening situations without proper comfort
• What was the primary difference between the wire mother and the cloth mother?

  Wire mother provided food, cloth mother provided comfort
• What did Harlow's study reveal about monkeys' preferences for caregivers?

  Monkeys preferred the cloth mother for warmth
• What behaviors were observed in the baby monkeys during the experiment?

  Time spent with each surrogate, responses to fear, exploration
• What is the main argument against the benefits of Harlow's study?

  The harm caused to the monkeys was too high
• What ongoing debate exists regarding Harlow's research?

  Whether the benefits justified the ethical costs
• How did monkeys with cloth mothers perform in new environments?

  They were better at exploring and adjusting
• What did Harlow's study contribute to our understanding?

  It contributed to our understanding of attachment
• What is the monkey doing in the image?

  The monkey is sitting in a container or basket on a table or counter.
• What was Harlow's main area of research?

  Attachment using monkeys
• What role does emotional bonding play in infant development according to Harlow's findings?

  It is essential between infants and caregivers
• What is the name of the laser device shown in the image?

  CW-DFB Diode laser
• What type of surrogate mother did monkeys prefer in Harlow's study?

  Cloth surrogate mother
• What was the purpose of Harlow's famous study?

  To investigate comfort versus feeding in attachment
• What can you infer about the setting or context of this image?

  • The image appears to be taken in a laboratory or medical setting, based on the white coat worn by the person in the background.
  • The monkey is likely being examined or cared for by the person in the white coat.
• How often were the baby monkeys observed during the experiment?

  Daily
• What long-term effects did the monkeys face due to deprivation in Harlow's study?

  Emotional and psychological damage
• How did isolation affect the monkeys in Harlow's study?

  It caused them extreme stress
• What are the key takeaways from Harlow's study?

  • Comfort and security are vital for infant development
  • Attachment is not solely about feeding
  • The study highlighted the importance of emotional bonds
• What type of animal is shown in the image?

  A monkey