ATTACHMENT THEORY JOHN BOWLBY

Discover the fascinating world of attachment theory, a classic approach in psychology that explains how early relationships with significant others affect our later life. John Bowlby, a pioneer of this theory, analyzes the genesis, mechanisms, and consequences of this phenomenon, offering insights into how separation experiences from the mother can lead to later mental problems.

• Classic theory of attachment.
• Explanation of genesis and mechanisms.
• Influence of early relationships on the psyche.
• Analysis of the phases of attachment development.
• Importance of emotional bond for social relationships.
• Influence of attachment style on social functioning.
• Essential knowledge for psychologists and educators.

Bowlby's attachment theory, based on psychoanalysis, ethology, and systems theory, shows attachment as a primary need for emotional bonding. The author describes in detail how a child goes through the phases of attachment to the mother or caregiver, paying attention to indicators that prove the development of this process, such as sticking to the body, following with the eyes and reactions to the sight of the mother.

A key element of the theory is the formation of internal standards regarding the mother as an object that provides security, warmth, and intimacy. It is these early experiences that shape the attachment style - secure, anxious-avoidant or ambivalent - which has a significant impact on the quality of social functioning in later years. This book is an invaluable source of knowledge for anyone who wants to understand the depth of human relationships and their impact on the psyche.

PWN Publishing House presents this work as a fundamental source of knowledge for psychologists, educators and parents. This publication, with 448 pages in the 206x147 mm format in paperback, is available since 2016. It contains a detailed analysis of the phenomenon of attachment, based on solid knowledge and many years of research. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the secrets of the human psyche and understand the influence of early experiences on further life. This book is the key to understanding how to build healthy and satisfying relationships, both in personal and professional life. Invest in knowledge that will allow you to better understand yourself and others!