Edexcel A-Level Psychology A2 5.1.2 Ainsworths Attachment Research Topic Practice

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Samad and Amna investigated attachment in infants aged one to two years old using Ainsworth's strange situation procedure. The sample comprised of 20 families where both parents were in full-time employment.
Table 1 shows results for the observed reunion behaviour.

Table 1

Table 1

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Give one conclusion that could be made from this investigation. (1)

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Question (b)

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Ainsworth suggested the 'caregiver sensitivity' hypothesis as an explanation for different attachment types.
Define what is meant by 'caregiver sensitivity'. (1)

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Question (c)

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Describe the research methodology used by Samad and Amna in their investigation. (2)
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