Attachment

Tali Shahar-Maharik; David Oppenheim; Inbar Ariav-Paraira

doi:10.1016/b978-0-323-91497-0.00093-x

Attachment

Tali Shahar-Maharik, David Oppenheim, Inbar Ariav-Paraira

University of Haifa

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Abstract

This article provides an overview of attachment theory, which focuses on the emotional bond tying a child to his or her caregivers. Attachment theory's origins and main hypotheses are discussed. The significance of early relationships for later developmental outcomes is emphasized. Other topics reviewed include the intergenerational transmission of attachment, assessment, clinical applications, developmental psychopathology and cultural aspects of attachment theory.

Original language	American English
Title of host publication	Encyclopedia of Mental Health, Third Edition
Subtitle of host publication	Volume 1-3
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	V1-143-V1-155
Volume	1
ISBN (Electronic)	9780323914987
ISBN (Print)	9780323914970
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-323-91497-0.00093-x
State	Published - 1 Jan 2023

Keywords

Attachment
Attachment theory
Caregiver sensitivity
Developmental psychopathology
Infant mental health
Infant-caregiver relations
Intergenerational transmission
Internal working models
Secure base
Security

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

General Psychology

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