Bowlby- MD

• What does Bowlby's theory of maternal deprivation suggest about early experiences?

  Early deprivation can impair development
• How does Bowlby's theory of maternal deprivation fail to explain certain cases?

  It doesn't account for recovery from deprivation
• What real-world application arose from Bowlby's theory of maternal deprivation?

  Increased flexibility in hospital visiting hours
• How has Bowlby's theory impacted social work practices?

  It influences decisions to remove children from homes