Theories of Transitional Object Attachment: An Overview.

Litt, Carole J.

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Publication Date: 1986

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Theories of Transitional Object Attachment: An Overview.

Litt, Carole J.

International Journal of Behavioral Development, v9 n3 p383-99 Sep 1986

Reviews the major transitional object (TO) theories in terms of origin, development, and psychological meaning. Examines the validity of TO (intense, persistent attachments young children develop for blankets, soft toys, and bits of cloth) theory in light of current empirical knowledge of TO behavior. (HOD)

Descriptors: Attachment Behavior, Behavior Development, Child Development, Child Psychology, Individual Development, Infant Behavior, Infants, Parent Child Relationship, Self Concept

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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