Emotional Development and Attachment

These flashcards cover key concepts related to emotional development, attachment theory, and parenting styles as discussed in the lecture.

Attachment

The affectionate bond between individuals that endures over time.

Harlow's Experiments

Research that demonstrated the importance of contact comfort in normal development, particularly with infant monkeys.

Contact Comfort

The physical affection and warmth provided by a caregiver, essential for the normal emotional development of infants.

Separation Anxiety

Extreme anxiety displayed by an infant when separated from their primary caregiver.

Secure Attachment

A type of attachment where babies show distress when their caregiver leaves but are easily comforted upon their return.

Insecure-Resistant Attachment

A type of insecure attachment characterized by a mix of anxiety and anger toward the caregiver, shown during separation and reunion.

Insecure-Avoidant Attachment

A type of insecure attachment where infants do not show distress when separated and avoid contact during reunion.

Strange Situation

An experimental procedure developed by Mary Ainsworth to assess the strength of attachment between infants and their caregivers.

Authoritarian Parenting

A style characterized by strict rules and harsh punishment, often lacking warmth or emotional connection.

Permissive Parenting

A parenting style that is lenient, allowing for significant freedom and little discipline, often resulting in immature behavior.

Authoritative Parenting

A balanced parenting style that combines warmth and understanding with firm rules and consistent expectations.