PSYC 333 Lecture Notes - Lecture 19: Observational Error

• School: McGill University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 333
• Professor: Arash Abizadeh

Document Summary

Mental models of close relationships, expectations about. Interpretative filters through which new relationships are meaningfully understood and construed. Based on early experiences with caregivers but incorporate new relationships i. e. can change. Individuals cared for in a responsive and consistent matter expect others will be available and supportive when needed. Working models influence how we regulate out interpersonal behaviour going forward. Assess people at 2 time points: t1, t2. 70% are classified with some attachment model. Stability kappa = . 51 (fair, not good) Based on t1 attachment, you can correctly classify 63% at t2. When applying for marriage license: 80% report a secure attachment model. Secures who remain in dating relationship: 80% remain secure. Secures who break up: only 50% report secure attachment model post breakup. Attachment models are sensitive to life events. Representations, procedural rules, behaviour strategies constructed in early childhood as an adaption to environment. Prototype influences interpersonal dynamics throughout the course.