Love and Attachment

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Which of the following is NOT a component of love according to Robert Sternberg's triangular theory?

  1. Passion

  2. Intimacy

  3. Commitment

  4. Trust


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Trust is not a component of love according to Sternberg's triangular theory. The three components of love in this theory are passion, intimacy, and commitment.

Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of intimacy and a desire for independence?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Avoidant attachment is characterized by a fear of intimacy and a desire for independence. Individuals with this attachment style may have difficulty forming close relationships and may push others away.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of secure attachment in infants?

  1. Feeling safe and secure in the presence of the caregiver

  2. Exploring the environment while maintaining proximity to the caregiver

  3. Reacting negatively to the caregiver's departure

  4. Showing distress when the caregiver returns after a brief separation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Infants with secure attachment typically do not react negatively to the caregiver's departure. They may show some distress when the caregiver leaves, but they are able to self-soothe and recover quickly upon the caregiver's return.

What is the term for the intense emotional bond that forms between a mother and her infant during the first few months of life?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Love

  4. Nurturing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bonding is the term for the intense emotional bond that forms between a mother and her infant during the first few months of life. This bond is essential for the infant's healthy development and helps to establish a secure attachment relationship.

Which attachment style is characterized by a preoccupation with the relationship and a fear of abandonment?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anxious-ambivalent attachment is characterized by a preoccupation with the relationship and a fear of abandonment. Individuals with this attachment style may be clingy and demanding and may have difficulty trusting others.

What is the term for the process by which infants learn to regulate their emotions and behavior through interactions with their caregivers?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Emotional regulation

  4. Socialization


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Emotional regulation is the term for the process by which infants learn to regulate their emotions and behavior through interactions with their caregivers. This process helps infants to develop a sense of self and to learn how to cope with stress and difficult emotions.

Which attachment style is characterized by a lack of emotional connection and a difficulty forming close relationships?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disorganized attachment is characterized by a lack of emotional connection and a difficulty forming close relationships. Individuals with this attachment style may have experienced trauma or neglect in childhood and may have difficulty trusting others.

What is the term for the tendency to seek out and maintain close, long-term relationships?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Love

  4. Affiliation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Affiliation is the term for the tendency to seek out and maintain close, long-term relationships. This tendency is driven by a desire for social connection and support.

Which attachment style is characterized by a healthy balance between independence and intimacy?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Secure attachment is characterized by a healthy balance between independence and intimacy. Individuals with this attachment style are able to form close relationships while maintaining a sense of self and independence.

What is the term for the process by which infants develop a sense of self and learn to distinguish themselves from others?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Self-awareness

  4. Individuation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuation is the term for the process by which infants develop a sense of self and learn to distinguish themselves from others. This process begins in infancy and continues throughout childhood and adolescence.

Which attachment style is characterized by a desire for closeness and a fear of rejection?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anxious-ambivalent attachment is characterized by a desire for closeness and a fear of rejection. Individuals with this attachment style may be clingy and demanding and may have difficulty trusting others.

What is the term for the process by which infants learn to trust and rely on their caregivers?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Trust

  4. Dependency


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Trust is the term for the process by which infants learn to trust and rely on their caregivers. This process is essential for the development of secure attachment.

Which attachment style is characterized by a lack of emotional regulation and a difficulty coping with stress?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disorganized attachment is characterized by a lack of emotional regulation and a difficulty coping with stress. Individuals with this attachment style may have experienced trauma or neglect in childhood and may have difficulty trusting others.

What is the term for the process by which infants learn to communicate their needs and desires to their caregivers?

  1. Attachment

  2. Bonding

  3. Communication

  4. Socialization


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Communication is the term for the process by which infants learn to communicate their needs and desires to their caregivers. This process begins in infancy and continues throughout childhood and adolescence.

Which attachment style is characterized by a healthy balance between independence and intimacy?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Avoidant attachment

  3. Anxious-ambivalent attachment

  4. Disorganized attachment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Secure attachment is characterized by a healthy balance between independence and intimacy. Individuals with this attachment style are able to form close relationships while maintaining a sense of self and independence.

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