The Strange Situation experiment conducted by Mary Ainsworth et al. in 1978 aimed to describe and evaluate the attachment relationship between caregivers and infants. The study involved observing caregiver-infant interactions through separations and reunions to classify attachment types such as secu

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Attachment theory in developmental psychology, pioneered by Bowlby and Ainsworth, examines the emotional bonds between infants and caregivers. It delves into phases of attachment development, key components, and evaluation methods such as the Strange Situation Procedure. The theory emphasizes the si

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