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[Attachment, a theory to rediscover and complete]
1Université Toulouse-Le Mirail.
La Psychiatrie De L'Enfant
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Attachment theory remains relevant for studying child emotional development. This review explores its historical contributions and reconceptualizes attachment processes with new empirical insights.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Attachment Theory
Context:
- Examines the enduring relevance of Bowlby's attachment theory 35 years post-publication.
- Addresses the conceptual and methodological impact on the study of young children's emotional development.
Purpose:
- To conduct a historic-critical review of attachment theory's contributions.
- To propose a reconceptualization of attachment processes and behaviors, incorporating recent insights from Bowlby and Ainsworth.
Summary:
- The article reviews foundational attachment concepts and subsequent refinements.
- It presents a revised perspective on attachment, illustrated with parent-infant interaction case studies.
Impact:
- Highlights the continued significance of attachment theory in developmental psychology.
- Offers a renewed framework for understanding early emotional development and parent-child bonding.