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Attachment and Loss: Vol 1
Dr E J M Bowlby
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Description for Attachment and Loss: Vol 1
Paperback. The first book in a psychology trilogy, this study examines the processes that take place in attachment and separation and shows how experimental studies of children reveal a recognizable behaviour pattern which is confirmed by discoveries in the biological sciences. Num Pages: 448 pages, 1. BIC Classification: JMAL; JMC; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 135 x 33. Weight in Grams: 474.
In this classic work of psychology John Bowlby examines the processes that take place in attachment and separation and shows how experimental studies of children provide us with a recognizable behaviour pattern which is confirmed by discoveries in the biological sciences. He makes clear that human attachment is an instinctive response to the need for protection against predators, and one as important for survival as nutrition and reproduction.
In this classic work of psychology John Bowlby examines the processes that take place in attachment and separation and shows how experimental studies of children provide us with a recognizable behaviour pattern which is confirmed by discoveries in the biological sciences. He makes clear that human attachment is an instinctive response to the need for protection against predators, and one as important for survival as nutrition and reproduction.
Product Details
Publisher
Pimlico
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
Number of Pages
448
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780712674713
SKU
V9780712674713
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Ref
99-97
About Dr E J M Bowlby
John Bowlby (1907 - 1990) was educated at the University of Cambridge and University College Hospital, London. After qualifying in medicine, he specialised in child psychiatry and psychoanalysis. In 1946 he joined the staff of the Tavistock Clinic where his research and influential publications contributed to far-reaching changes in the ways children are treated and to radical new thinking about ... Read more
Reviews for Attachment and Loss: Vol 1
The publication of Attachment and Loss will prove a turning-point in the history of psychoanalysis and psychology generally
Times Literary Supplement
It is difficult to exaggerate the importance of Dr Bowlby's work... In practical terms, his ideas have modified and will continue to influence the rearing of children and the treatment of those who are disturbed. In theoretical ... Read more
Times Literary Supplement
It is difficult to exaggerate the importance of Dr Bowlby's work... In practical terms, his ideas have modified and will continue to influence the rearing of children and the treatment of those who are disturbed. In theoretical ... Read more