Attachment

Question 1

Caregiver and infant interactions in humans

Answer 1

• Reciprocity and interactional synchrony
• Stages of attachment identified by Schaffer
• Multiple attachment theories and the role of the father

Question 2

Attachment

Answer 2

• strong emotional bond between 2 people

- 2 way process that continues over time and characterised by desire to maintain proximity (closeness).

Question 3

Reciprocity

Answer 3

Reciprocal means 2 way (mutual).

Question 4

Give example of reciprocity

Answer 4

From birth babies move in rhythm when interacting with an adult almost as if they were taking turns, as people do when they have a conversation.

Question 5

What does research suggest in terms of basic rhythm.

Answer 5

Suggest that basic rhythm is important foundation to later communications.
- reciprocity involves close attention to each others verbal signals and facial expressions.