Mary Ainsworth Devised an Experimental Method Called the Strange Situation

question 146

Multiple Choice

Mary Ainsworth devised an experimental method called the Strange Situation in order to determine:

• A) the effect of contact comfort on infants.
• B) aspects of purposeful exploration as the baby investigates a strange environment.
• C) parental discipline styles in the first year of life.
• D) the nature of attachment between mothers and babies.

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Definitions:

Phylogeny

The evolutionary history and lineage of species or other taxonomic groups of organisms, often illustrated with a phylogenetic tree.

Taxonomy

Taxonomy is the science of describing, naming, and classifying species of living or fossil organisms.

Monophyletic

Describes a group of organisms that form a clade.

Lemurs

A group of primates native to Madagascar, characterized by their large eyes, nocturnal habits, and varied social structures.