Theorists of attachment suggest that in childhood we each create a sort of template of relationships that is applied to later interactions. Such a template is called _______.

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The term "internal working model" refers to the mental template we develop in childhood for how relationships should work based on our early experiences with caregivers. This model then informs our expectations and behavior in later relationships.

Theorists of Attachment Suggest That in Childhood We Each Create