2C - Part 1

Describe Theory Of Mind

Is our ability to recognise that other people have thoughts, feelings and perspectives that may be different to our own.

Give examples of Theory Of Mind

Recognising sarcasm, showing empathy and predicting behaviour based on mood

Define attachment theory

The emotional bond which forms between an infant and their primary caregiver.

Describe the secure attachment type

It's a healthy and stable bond between a child and their caregiver/s where the child feels safe, valued, calm and free because their caregiver/s are supportive, responsive, empathetic, and nurturing.

Describe the insecure attachment type

It's a unstable bond between a child and their caregiver/s when the caregiver is unresponsive, unnurturing and detached. This can cause the child to become avoidant, overly clingy, have low self-esteem and struggle with emotional regulation.

Explain the developmental outcomes of secure A.T

Sense of trust, feeling valued, feeling secure in expressing emotions

Explain the developmental outcomes of insecure A.T

Either craving or rejecting affection, increased anxiety, inappropriate expression or unable to express emotions.

Discuss the limitations of attachment theory

-Fails to account for cross-cultural differences.

- Doesn't account for developmental outcomes between infancy and adulthood.