Introductions

• attachment is a reciprocal, affectionate tie that one person or animal forms between themself and another. a tie that binds them together in space and over time
• attachments occur between two individuals, who see the other as essential for their own emotional security
• proximity: people try to stay physically close to those they are attached to
• separation distress: people are distressed when an attachment figure leaves
• secure base behaviour: explore the environment but return to attachment figure for comfort