Discussion Post
Prior to completing this assignment, read Chapters 1 and 13 in the textbook and the Effects of Attachment Disorder on Psychosocial Development article. Additionally, watch the video segments Patterns of Attachment and the Strange Situation: Results, and Elements of Attachment Theory, and the video Inside Out-The Growing Years: Conception to Childhood.
Research has shown that early attachment experiences can have far reaching effects on development. The work of Bowlby and Ainsworth have illustrated the importance of early bonding with caregivers to the healthy development of the child.
In this paper,
a) Describe the four types of attachment identified by Bowlby.
b) Describe the four types of attachment identified by Ainsworth.
c) Describe how attachment experiences affect the psychosocial development of children and adolescents.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.