Theory Of Attachment Paper
Kimber Bresson
December 16, 2014
CDF14
Hutton
Theory of Attachment
Due on Tuesday, December 16th
1. Describe the theory of attachment?
The theory of attachment is based on many factors. When an infant is cared for an attachment begins to form, this is best shown in the reciprocal feelings and signs of affection shown between infant and caregiver. The theory of attachment according to Ainsworth can be shown through the three types of attachment (Successful) Secure Attachment and (Unsuccessful) Anxious-Ambivalent Attachment and Anxious-Avoidant Attachment. While these types of attachment range in results the types of relationships that cause them seem to be far more varying. The level of security and self-esteem a child develops later in life can often be directly correlated to their level of attachment they developed to their caregiver(s).
2. Describe the attributes that Chris McCandless displayed that might make you believe he had or didn’t have an attachment disorder?
Chris McCandless shows a sense of distance from society and people in general. He doesn’t want to conform to what he view as his parents or society’s expectations of him. He appears not to want to form or upkeep intimate bonds or relationships with others, even within his own family. His rejection of these types of connections is a clear attribute of an attachment disorder. He appears to be wanting to live life on his own terms, but what is seems to stem from is his desire to protect himself from these connections and the fear or them failing if he did let anyone get close to him. He is “fearful-avoidant” because he can’t risk depending on anyone else in his life.
3. Describe Chris’s relationship with his parents, sister, and others that might indicate he has or did not have an attachment disorder.
Chris McCandless displayed distain and distrust of not only his parents, but also for their way of life. He distances himself from them and people in general to put of a wall and keep people
December 16, 2014
CDF14
Hutton
Theory of Attachment
Due on Tuesday, December 16th
1. Describe the theory of attachment?
The theory of attachment is based on many factors. When an infant is cared for an attachment begins to form, this is best shown in the reciprocal feelings and signs of affection shown between infant and caregiver. The theory of attachment according to Ainsworth can be shown through the three types of attachment (Successful) Secure Attachment and (Unsuccessful) Anxious-Ambivalent Attachment and Anxious-Avoidant Attachment. While these types of attachment range in results the types of relationships that cause them seem to be far more varying. The level of security and self-esteem a child develops later in life can often be directly correlated to their level of attachment they developed to their caregiver(s).
2. Describe the attributes that Chris McCandless displayed that might make you believe he had or didn’t have an attachment disorder?
Chris McCandless shows a sense of distance from society and people in general. He doesn’t want to conform to what he view as his parents or society’s expectations of him. He appears not to want to form or upkeep intimate bonds or relationships with others, even within his own family. His rejection of these types of connections is a clear attribute of an attachment disorder. He appears to be wanting to live life on his own terms, but what is seems to stem from is his desire to protect himself from these connections and the fear or them failing if he did let anyone get close to him. He is “fearful-avoidant” because he can’t risk depending on anyone else in his life.
3. Describe Chris’s relationship with his parents, sister, and others that might indicate he has or did not have an attachment disorder.
Chris McCandless displayed distain and distrust of not only his parents, but also for their way of life. He distances himself from them and people in general to put of a wall and keep people