Human Growth and Development / Unit 1 HGD 0038 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Bowlby and Attachment
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The idea
John Bowlby formed attachment theory after studying institution-raised children who were fed, sheltered and clothed yet suffered emotionally.
In practice
Children with every physical need met, still struggling without a close caregiver.
Where people slip
Attachment is an enduring, emotionally significant bond, often formed in caregiving. Bowlby held that at least one attachment is essential to development.
Your place on the trail
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