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Strange Situation and cultural variations

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Question 12

Many developmental psychologists have criticised the Strange Situation for being culturally biased (an imposed etic), because it assesses attachment using criteria developed exclusively within a Western context.

Briefly explain two ways that researchers could modify or adapt their methodology when investigating attachment in non-Western cultures to reduce this cultural bias.

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Strange Situation and cultural variations Questions

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