Bowlby’s Attachment Theory Explained

Bowlby’s Attachment Theory Explained

John Bowlby, a British psychologist, developed the attachment theory in the mid-20th century. His work was rooted in psychoanalysis, evolutionary biology, and ethology. Bowlby proposed that attachment is a deep emotional bond formed between an infant and their primary caregiver, crucial for survival and emotional development. He argued that this bond ensures infants stay close to caregivers for protection, especially during vulnerable stages of life. This concept is biologically programmed, as behaviors like crying and clinging enhance proximity, ensuring the infant’s safety.

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