Infants develop an attachment secure base between the ages of seven and nine months. This interval is called the

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The specific attachment phase occurs between the ages of 7-9 months and is characterized by infants forming a strong attachment to one primary caregiver, whom they see as a secure base from which to explore the world. The asocial phase (A) occurs from birth to 6 weeks and is marked by infants being responsive to social stimuli but not yet showing a preference for a particular caregiver. The phase of indiscriminate attachments (B) occurs from 6 weeks to 7 months and is marked by infants displaying a preference for people over non-human objects but not yet forming a specific attachment to one caregiver. The phase of multiple attachments (D) occurs after the specific attachment phase and is marked by infants forming attachments with other adults such as grandparents or teachers.

Infants Develop an Attachment Secure Base Between the Ages of Seven