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John Bowlby's Attachment Theory and the Maternal Deprivation Hypothesis explore the crucial role of a child's bond with their primary caregiver in shaping social and emotional development. His 44 Juvenile Thieves Study linked early maternal separation to behavioral issues and juvenile delinquency, influencing childcare practices and highlighting the need for stable caregiver relationships.
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Bowlby's hypothesis that disruptions to a child's primary bond with their mother or caregiver can lead to negative outcomes
Bowlby's theory that children have an innate need to form a strong attachment to one primary caregiver
Bowlby's belief that the nature and stability of early attachments are crucial for a child's emotional and social development
Bowlby's study aimed to examine the potential links between early attachments, personality development, and criminal behavior through mental tests, evaluations, and interviews
Affectionless Type
Bowlby identified a type of child marked by a lack of empathy and unstable relationships, often associated with prolonged maternal separation
Bowlby's study highlighted the importance of secure and uninterrupted caregiver relationships during early development and influenced childcare policies and support for parents
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The idea of ______ is a key element of Bowlby's theory, indicating that children are predisposed to form a unique, intense bond with a single ______.
monotropy
primary caregiver
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Study's comparison groups
44 young offenders vs. 44 control children with emotional issues, no theft.
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Main hypothesis of Bowlby's study
Early maternal separation increases juvenile delinquency risk.
