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fearful attachment

an adult attachment style characterized by a negative internal working model of attachment of oneself and of others. Individuals with fearful attachment doubt both their own and others’ competence and efficacy and are presumed not to seek help from others when distressed. Compare dismissive attachment; preoccupied attachment; secure attachment.

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November 23rd 2024

helping model

helping model

a broadly based educational approach that has much in common with humanistic models in its emphasis on the development of the complete individual and the realization of a student’s full potential. The helping model is concerned with motor development, perceptual skills, cognitive development, emotional maturity, interpersonal skills, expression, creativity, and ethical values.