The ethological analysis of attachment. Sociometric, motivational and sociophysiological aspects.

Authors :: Wickler W
Source :: Zeitschrift fur Tierpsychologie [Z Tierpsychol] 1976 Sep; Vol. 42 (1), pp. 12-28.
Publication Year :: 1976
Abstract: The purpose of this progress report is to discuss the concept of attachment from the ethological and from the socio-biological point of view. Recent advances in obtaining and interpreting sociometric data are summarized. The interrelationships of proximate and ultimate causes for attachment are outlined.

Subjects :: Animals
Biological Evolution
Drive
Female
Male
Motivation
Sociometric Techniques
Homing Behavior
Pair Bond
Sexual Behavior, Animal

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