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Explain the Theory-Data-Cycle |
-we start with a set of observations that leads you to develop a theory -from a theory we develop a hypothesis about how variables interact -predictions -Data is collected to suggest whether your theory is supported or needs to be revised |
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Theory-Data-Cycle Research Example Attachment Theory (Cupboard Theory) |
-bond that develops between caregiver and baby -behaviourist thought the attachment formed was about food (Cupboard theory) -through multiple pairings of mom with food, the sight of mom becomes pleasant because she satisfies the hunger drive |
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Theory-Data-Cycle Research Example Attachment Theory-Harlow's Rebuttal (Contact Comfort Theory) |
-bond develops because baby is cuddled, receives contact comfort from mom -mom recognizes baby's needs -food is secondary |
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How to Determine Which Theory is Correct? Cupboard Theory vs. Contact Comfort Theory |
Create a situation where a babymonkey had access to 2 surrogate mommy monkey. One provides food, the otherprovides cuddles and comfort.
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Cupboard Theory vs. Contact Comfort Theory
Hypothesis |
given a choice between the two, baby monkeyswill prefer comfort without food. When scared, baby monkey will prefer comfortmommy.
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Cupboard Theory vs. Contact Comfort Theory
Findings |
Babies spend more time with the comfort mother.(17hrs a day vs. 1 hr. with wire/food mom. When scared, baby monkey runs tocomfort mother. When in a new environment, comfort mom helps baby relax andbuild up enough resolve to explore the new environment.
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