Exam Preview for 1835: Childhood Attachment and Rejection Sensitivi

Childhood Attachment and Rejection Sensitivity in Adult Romantic Relationships

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1. The primary focus of attachment theory is on: The role of genetic factors in personality The bond between parent and child Cognitive development in adolescence The influence of peer relationships
2. According to Bowlby, attachment is important for: Achieving academic success Building professional networks Survival and emotional development Enhancing athletic performance
3. The Strange Situation experiment is used to classify: Parenting styles Childhood attachment styles Cognitive abilities Social skills
4. An example of a secure attachment behavior in infants is: Avoiding the caregiver upon return Showing no distress when the caregiver leaves Using the caregiver as a secure base for exploration Displaying extreme distress when left alone
5. Which attachment style is characterized by anxiety and ambivalence towards the caregiver? Secure Avoidant Anxious-ambivalent Disorganized
6. Internal working models are: Fixed personality traits Cognitive frameworks for understanding relationships Biological predispositions Theories about social behavior
7. Early attachment experiences primarily shape: Academic success Internal working models of relationships Physical health outcomes Occupational choices
8. Which of the following factors is most likely to change an adult’s attachment style? Significant life experiences Genetic predisposition Early childhood education Occupational choices
9. Attachment-related anxiety is often linked with: High levels of self-esteem Avoidance of relationships Fear of abandonment Consistent caregiving behavior
10. Adults with anxious attachment often: Seek distance in relationships Feel comfortable depending on others Worry about their partner’s love and commitment Avoid emotional closeness
11. An avoidant attachment style in adults may lead to: Seeking high levels of intimacy Difficulty trusting others High levels of relationship satisfaction Frequent reassurance-seeking
12. In adult relationships, secure attachment is associated with: High levels of conflict Emotional avoidance Trust and intimacy Dependency issues
13. Secure attachment in romantic relationships is typically associated with: High conflict and dissatisfaction Better communication and problem-solving Emotional detachment Avoidance of dependency
14. Rejection sensitivity is defined as: The ability to handle rejection calmly The tendency to anticipate and overreact to rejection The tendency to reject others quickly Sensitivity to physical pain
15. Adults with high rejection sensitivity are likely to: Feel secure in relationships Exhibit stable and committed relationships Perceive rejection even in ambiguous situations Avoid seeking emotional support