Attachment Styles
A child is upset when their caregiver leaves, but will welcome them back when the caregiver returns.
What is secure attachment?
Low on control, low on warmth.
What is uninvolved parenting?
Jimmy does not hit his brother because he worries his toys will be taken away. What LEVEL of moral development is Jimmy in?
What is the PRECONVENTIONAL level? (Stage 1- Obedience and punishment)
Jim-Bob jumps off of the cliff Red Rocks. He sees the warning signs that alert danger, but does not think that they apply to him. He can't get hurt, even if other people have in the past. He jumps anways.
What is the invincibility fable?
17-year-old Dana joins the family business right after high school because it's what his parents expect, never questioning if it’s what he actually wants.
What is identity foreclosure?
A child who may be suspicious of strangers, but also is unable to be comforted by the return of the caregiver. They may become aggressive upon the return of the caregiver.
What is ambivalent attachment?
Implications for this parenting style include an inability to make decisions for oneself and rebellious behavior.
What is authoritative parenting?
Sam follows the norms because he is concerned about what people- like his classmates and teachers- will think about him if he does not follow the group. What LEVEL of moral development is Sam likely in? Bonus points if you can name the stage! :)
What is the conventional level (2).
Stage 3: Conformity & Interpersonal Accord
Laura refuses to see the red flags her friends tell her about Mike. Instead, she really loves how funny he is and his cool Audi- he is perfect!
What is idealized thinking?
A 16-year-old drifts through high school without thinking about future plans or goals, saying he’ll “figure it out later” whenever someone asks.
What is identity diffusion?
Inconsistent patterns in attachment; Parents who act as figures of both fear and reassurance may contribute to this attachment style.
What is disorganized attachment?
Implications of this parenting style include the child being happy, able to advocate for self, feels comfortable making decisions, and expresses opinions.
What is authoritative/democratic parenting?
Name the stage according to Erikson: Juan was raised by a Catholic family and was required to preform all of the traditions and expectations of the faith. His family expects that he will continue going to Church. While he is at boarding school, he started attending a mosque and joined a club to learn more about Islam. When he returns home for summer break, he plans to tell his parents about his new religious believes.
Identity vs. role confusion
Samantha's mother never understands her- mom has NO idea how stressful it is to be a high school student, to be an athlete, to work a part-time job AND hang out with her friends. Her mom will never relate to how busy Samantha is.
What is personal fable?
After researching careers, volunteering with a conservation group, and reflecting on her values, 18-year-old Maya chooses to study environmental science because she's passionate about protecting nature.
What is identity achievement?
In adulthood, a child who experienced this attachment style may be unable to have difficulty with close relationships & intimacy. They may invest little in their relationships and feel little distress when relationships end.
What is avoidant attachment?
Austin won’t come in the house when his mother calls him. He wants to keep playing so his mother allows him saying, “Ah well, kids will be kids. At least he will be happy!”.
What is permissive parenting?
What is one issue with Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
He only included boys in his study-- this is no a representative group.
Adults are just sitting on their behind while the world goes up in flames. There are simple solutions to these so called "complex" problems.
What is the messiah complex?
Leo is exploring different political ideologies by attending debates, reading news from various sources, and questioning his family's beliefs, but he hasn’t yet decided where he stands.
What is identity moratorium?
Three implications of secure attachment on an individual.
Answers will vary
(Include: trusting, lasting relationships; good self-esteem; share feelings; seek out social support; feel positive about their relationships)
Tim stays out with his father’s car past the agreed time. His mother calls the police to report it stolen to prove a point.
What is authoritarian parenting?
Name the stage according to Erikson: An elderly man reflects on his life, considers his accomplishments and finds meaning in his overall journey.
Integrity vs Despair
It always feels like, somebody's watching me and I can't get no privacy!
What is the personal fable?
What are the two categories which Marcia developed his theory?
What is crisis and commitment?