Question

The "Strange Situation" procedure was developed by Mary Ainsworth to measure what?

• A. Intelligence in infants
• B. Language development
• C. Attachment styles in infants
• D. Cognitive development

Hint:

The \textbf{Strange Situation} experiment by \textbf{Mary Ainsworth} is used to measure different \textbf{attachment styles in infants}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: The Strange Situation is a laboratory procedure developed by psychologist Mary Ainsworth to study attachment relationships between infants and their caregivers. This procedure involves a series of structured episodes where the infant experiences separations and reunions with the caregiver, as well as the presence of a stranger. The infant's reactions during these situations help researchers identify patterns of attachment. The main attachment styles identified are:

• Secure Attachment
• Avoidant Attachment
• Ambivalent (Resistant) Attachment
• Disorganized Attachment

Step 1: Identify the purpose of the Strange Situation procedure. The Strange Situation procedure was specifically designed to observe how infants respond to separation and reunion with their caregiver, which helps determine their attachment style. Thus, the correct answer is Attachment styles in infants.