Attachment

Question 1

define attachment

Answer 1

a deep, enduring emotional bond between two individuals, most commonly an infant and their primary caregiver, which provides safety, security, and protection.

Question 2

The first behaviour displayed by children who are attached to their caregivers is…

Answer 2

safe base behaviour

Question 3

define safe base behaviour

Answer 3

when children treat their caregiver as someone they can quickly return to whenever they’re scared or anxious.

Question 4

separation anxiety is…

Answer 4

When children become distressed when they are separated from their attachment figure.

Question 5

Stranger anxiety is…

Answer 5

When children display distress in the presence of unfamiliar people, and instead prefer the company of their attachment figure.