John Bowlby and Attachment Theory

John Bowlby’s pioneering work on attachment theory revolutionized the understanding of human relationships, particularly between infants and their primary caregivers. His insights laid the groundwork for a psychological framework that explains how early emotional bonds influence development and behavior across the lifespan. Jeremy Holmes’ exploration of Bowlby’s contributions provides a nuanced view of attachment theory's origins, its evolution, and its enduring impact on psychology and psychotherapy.

• Attachment as an Evolutionary Mechanism: Bowlby proposed that attachment behaviors in infants are biologically rooted and serve the purpose of survival by keeping the child close...

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