Take this Exam: A-Level Psychology: Attachment — Animal Studies and Early Development | Zestly

Question 1

How does the role of the father in attachment differ from the role of the mother according to contemporary research?

Accepted Answer

Fathers are more likely to engage in physically active, stimulating play, while mothers are more focused on emotional care.

Question 2

Which of the following are considered limitations of Harlow's research on rhesus monkeys?

Accepted Answer

Ethical concerns regarding the severe psychological distress caused to the monkeys.

Question 3

What behavior is typically observed during the 'asocial' stage of attachment?

Accepted Answer

The infant produces similar responses to both objects and people.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the 'multiple attachment' stage in Schaffer and Emerson's model?

Answer

It occurs immediately after the asocial stage.

Answer

Infants form secondary attachments to people they spend time with, such as grandparents or siblings.

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The strength of these attachments varies depending on the quality of the interaction.

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It is the final stage where the infant loses interest in the primary caregiver.

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It is characterized by the complete absence of stranger anxiety.

Question 5

What does the term 'sensitive responsiveness' refer to in caregiver-infant interaction?

Answer

The caregiver's ability to recognize and respond appropriately to the infant's signals.

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The infant's ability to mimic the caregiver's facial expressions.

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The physical proximity maintained between the caregiver and the infant.

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The speed at which the infant learns to recognize the caregiver's voice.