Attachment theory: Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby, explores the emotional bonds formed between infants and caregivers. It highlights the impact of early attachments on later social and emotional development. Secure attachments provide a foundation for healthy relationships, while insecure attachments can lead to difficulties in interpersonal connections and emotional regulation. See also J. Bowlby, Mary Ainsworth, Affectional bond._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. |