Social Development in Children

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What did the Harlow studies reveal about the young monkeys' behavior?

They chose the wire mother for comfort.

They spent more time with the cold wire mother.

They preferred the wire mother for food. (correct)

They only interacted with the foam-rubber mother.

What is the purpose of the strange situation test created by Mary D. Salter Ainsworth?

To assess infants' physical needs.

To measure an infant's attachment to toys.

To observe how infants interact with strangers.

To study the development of attachment in infants. (correct)

What behavior is characteristic of a child with an avoidant attachment style?

Clings to the mother when returning.

Cries excessively during separation.

Avoids or ignores the mother's presence. (correct)

Shows little emotion when the mother leaves.

In the strange situation test, how does a child with a secure attachment style behave?

Is extremely distressed when the parent leaves and clings upon return. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of children with a disorganized attachment style?

They rush to the caregiver but then avoid them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of having a secure base for infants according to the text?

It helps infants feel safe and gain confidence to explore. Signup and view all the answers

Why did young monkeys prefer the warm terry-cloth mother in the Harlow studies?

Because it provided comfort despite not offering food. Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of children with an ambivalent attachment style?

They are extremely distressed when separated from their caregiver. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes children with a disorganized attachment style in their behavior?

Their responses vary and they lack a consistent way of dealing with stress. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary factor that enables children to develop crucial social skills?

Remarkable increases in cognitive ability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'attachment' as used in the passage?

The emotional bonds that we develop with those we feel closest to Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was the prevailing belief among psychologists in the 1930s regarding children raised in institutions?

They would develop normally if provided with proper nourishment Signup and view all the answers

Based on the studies by John Bowlby and others mentioned in the passage, which of the following statements is true regarding children raised in institutions?

They were generally unmotivated and emotionally slow Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a crucial social skill that children develop?

Developing language skills Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best summarizes the main idea of the passage?

Children develop crucial social skills through remarkable increases in cognitive ability and the formation of emotional bonds. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what role does the quality of attachment play in a child's development?

It determines the child's ability to thrive physically and psychologically. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information in the passage, which of the following statements is true regarding the development of social skills?

Social skills are developed through a combination of cognitive and emotional factors. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information in the passage?

Cognitive ability is the only factor contributing to social skill development. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was the primary reason for the misconception among psychologists in the 1930s regarding child development in institutions?

Overemphasis on the role of proper nourishment and physical care. Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that can influence attachment behavior in children?

Temperament Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is mentioned as playing a role in attachment in the text?

Child's irritability level Signup and view all the answers

Attachment behavior is affected by an interplay of which two types of influences according to the text?

Biological and environmental influences Signup and view all the answers

What proportion of children is relatively constant in each attachment category across different cultures?

Moderate proportion Signup and view all the answers

Which research finding contradicts the existence of substantial cultural differences in attachment styles?

Proportion of children in each attachment category is constant across cultures Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic could describe a child who is difficult to console, according to the text?

Irritable Signup and view all the answers