Children's attachment to transitional objects: a study of two pediatric populations.
The incidence of transitional objects was studied in 285 children in two pediatric populations differing in race and socioeconomic status. Significant differences were found between groups in incidence and age of onset of attachment, and in specific behavior associated with use of the objects. Child-rearing practices and maternal attitudes were also related to development of attachments. Theoretical implications and directions for continued study are considered.
D001741:Black or African American; D002657:Child Development; D002668:Child Rearing; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D008425:Maternal Behavior; D009034:Mother-Child Relations; D009769:Object Attachment; D012923:Social Class; D044465:White People