Overview
The Strange Situation is a widely used psychological assessment that helps researchers and clinicians understand the attachment styles of children. By observing how children react to separations and reunions with their caregivers, the test categorizes attachment into secure and insecure styles. This...
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Example: A child feels safe and secure with their mother.
Example: A child who explores their environment but returns to the caregiver for comfort.
Example: A child who does not seek comfort from their caregiver when upset.
Example: A child who is clingy but also resists comfort from the caregiver.
Example: Watching how children interact with their caregivers in the Strange Situation.
Example: Researching how attachment styles affect adult relationships.