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Psychology - Attachment 'Consider the extent to which psychological theories have been successful in explaining attachments' In recent years, psychological theories have been somewhat successful in clarifying attachment types through various methods, however, there are several criticisms associated with these theories. The dictionary defines attachment as 'a bond of fidelity or affection', and in the psychological world it is recognised as just that, the emotional tie between an infant and their caregiver, which in most cases is the mother. This attachment formed in infancy is thought to be an important factor for later life, as it's believed to be essential for psychological development in forming relationships. The main three theories of attachment are the learning theory (the behaviourist approach), the psychoanalytical approach and Bowlby's theory, (the evolutionary approach). All three have significant points of interest in determining attachment and how it is formed, however, similarly, they all have criticisms, which stand in...

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