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Attachment is the affectional bond or tie that an infant forms with the mother.

A secure base provides the child with a sense of safety, allowing exploration of their surroundings.

Ainsworth identified three styles of attachment: Secure, Avoidant, and Resistant, with a fourth style later recognized.

<p>A securely attached child uses the parent as a base to explore, shows distress when the parent leaves, and is happy upon their return.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An avoidantly attached child is unresponsive to the parent, does not seek comfort when distressed, and shows little reaction upon the parent’s return.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Children with a resistant attachment style exhibit clinginess but then reject their mother's attempts at comfort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Disorganized attachment is characterized by odd behaviors around the caregiver, such as freezing or erratically running around.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The development of a positive sense of self is the main psychosocial milestone of childhood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The nature vs nurture debate suggests that siblings may differ due to varying genetic influences combined with their unique experiences in the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The key task is developing trust that basic needs, like nourishment and affection, will be met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freud's theory explains fixation occurs when a child does not receive adequate nurturance at a particular stage, leading to unresolved conflicts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is characterized by the child's developing sense of independence, where failure may lead to feelings of shame or doubt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Psychosocial' refers to the interplay between social interactions and personal psychological growth throughout the lifespan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Successfully navigating this stage leads to a sense of initiative and the ability to take action without irrational guilt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Twin studies provide data on how genetic similarity versus environmental factors affect personality and traits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Latency stage is important for developing social and communication skills, as sexual urges are repressed during this period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emotional intelligence influences psychosocial development by affecting how individuals manage their emotions and relationships throughout their life stages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nature contributes biological predispositions, while nurture provides the environmental contexts and experiences that shape individual motivations throughout life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As individuals age, they often develop more effective coping strategies informed by their life experiences, leading to improved stress management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This debate highlights whether personality develops gradually through cumulative experiences or in distinct stages, impacting theories of personality change over a lifetime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cultural context can influence the expression, perception, and stigmatization of psychological disorders, affecting diagnosis and treatment across different populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Understanding this debate allows researchers to examine how genetic predispositions and environmental influences collectively shape individual growth and behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developmental milestones in childhood include forming secure attachments, developing social skills, and establishing a sense of identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Motivation theories explain the varying drives and incentives that guide behavior at different life stages, influencing personal growth and achievement of milestones.</p> Signup and view all the answers