3.7.3 Evaluation of Maternal Deprivation Theory

• What emotional problems are associated with Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory?

  Increased risk of anxiety and depression
• What emotional and behavioral problems can early separation lead to, according to Bowlby?

  Difficulty forming relationships and increased aggression
• What is the correct answer to the quiz question about Bowl's study?

  (B) 44 Juvenile Thieves Study
• What is the main focus of Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory?

  The impact of maternal absence on development
• What did Bowlby find in his research on 44 juvenile thieves?

  Many had prolonged separation from caregivers
• What intellectual challenges are linked to maternal deprivation in Bowlby's theory?

  Potential learning and cognitive delays
• What type of study design did Bowlby use in his research?

  Retrospective study design
• How does understanding methodological limitations affect research evaluation?

  It allows for a critical assessment of evidence
• What do Eastern cultures prioritize in attachment compared to Western cultures?

  Interdependence and respect for elders
• Why is it important to understand the limitations of Bowlby's study?

  It helps evaluate the strength of the evidence
• What does Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory suggest?

  Separation from a caregiver affects development
• What limitation does Bowlby's theory have regarding child development?

  It doesn't account for all influencing factors.
• What is the significance of Bowlby's 44 juvenile thieves study in psychology?

  It provides evidence for Maternal Deprivation Theory
• What does Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory suggest about early separation from a primary caregiver?

  It can cause lasting problems.
• What is the relationship between Bowlby's study and supporting evidence?

  Bowlby's study provides supporting evidence
• What are the key differences in attachment styles between Western and Eastern cultures?

  • Western Cultures:
  • Focus: Independence
  • Attachment Style: Secure
  • Parenting Style: Encourages autonomy
  • Eastern Cultures:
  • Focus: Interdependence
  • Attachment Style: Ambivalent/Anxious
  • Parenting Style: Emphasizes compliance
• Which study by Bowlby supports his Maternal Deprivation Theory?

  • (A) Strange Situation Study
  • (B) 44 Juvenile Thieves Study
  • (C) Harlow's Monkey Experiments
  • (D) Lorenz's Imprinting Study
• What does Bowlby's theory predict about children who experience prolonged separation?

  They will struggle later in life.
• How could memory distortions affect Bowlby's study findings?

  They may lead to inaccuracies in recall
• What is the term for evidence that contradicts Bowlby's theory?

  Challenging evidence
• What could be a consequence of Bowlby conducting the interviews himself?

  It may lead to biased interpretations
• What are the key long-term effects of maternal deprivation according to Bowlby?

  • Attachment Issues: Difficulty forming secure relationships
  • Emotional Problems: Increased risk of anxiety and depression
  • Social Difficulties: Problems with social interactions and empathy
  • Intellectual Challenges: Potential learning and cognitive delays
• What is a universal human need related to attachment?

  Attachment
• What is a methodological limitation of Bowlby's study with the 44 juvenile thieves?

  Data was retrospective
• What is one context reference mentioned in the study material related to Bowlby's theory?

  Bowlby's study on juvenile thieves.
• What is the name of Bowlby's theory discussed in the material?

  Maternal Deprivation Theory
• Does Bowlby's theory perfectly predict the long-term outcomes for all children who experience early separation?

  False
• What is a potential issue with retrospective studies in general?

  They rely on participants' memory accuracy
• What are the key methodological limitations of Bowlby's study?

  • Data was retrospective
  • Potential for biased interpretation
• What is the next topic after examining Bowlby's study?

  Contradictory findings and evidence
• What type of attachment is common in Eastern cultures?

  Ambivalent or anxious attachments
• What social difficulties arise from maternal deprivation according to Bowlby?

  Problems with social interactions and empathy
• What do some studies indicate about children experiencing prolonged separation according to Bowlby's theory?

  There are individual differences in resilience.
• What does challenging evidence suggest about Bowlby's Maternal Deprivation Theory?

  It indicates individual differences affect outcomes
• What is another context reference mentioned in the study material related to Bowlby's theory?

  Mary Main's research on attachment.
• What does it mean that Bowlby's study data was retrospective?

  Participants recalled their childhood experiences
• What potential bias could Bowlby introduce in his study?

  Biased interpretation of participants' responses
• What are the long-term effects of separation from a caregiver according to Bowlby's theory?

  Attachment issues, emotional problems, social difficulties, intellectual challenges
• What is the critical period defined in Bowlby's theory?

  Usually the first 2.5 years of life
• How might individual differences impact children experiencing early separation?

  Some may be more resilient or have support