Ainsworth's Strange Situation Study Overview

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Controlled observation

The research method used by Ainsworth in the Strange Situation study.

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Key events observed in the Strange Situation

Mother leaving the baby, reunion with the mother, and baby's reaction in unfamiliar settings.

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Babies' behavior when the mother left the room

They explored less, showing distress due to loss of a secure base.

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Three attachment types identified in the Strange Situation

Secure, avoidant, and ambivalent (also known as resistant).

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Contexts for assessing attachment behaviour

When the baby was separated from the mother, reunited with her, and placed in an unfamiliar environment.