Attachment Theory in Action Dr. Edward Tronick: How Discord and Repair Build Resiliency in Relationships - Part 1
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Nov 17, 2020 
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Edward Tronick, a developmental psychologist renowned for the Still Face Experiment, delves into his book, The Power of Discord. He emphasizes how the emotional ups and downs in relationships are crucial for building intimacy and resilience. Tronick shares fascinating insights from his research on infant-caregiver interactions, showcasing how infants are active participants in emotional exchanges. Personal anecdotes and role-playing experiences reveal the profound impact of social engagement on future psychological development.
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Ed Tronick's Formative Experiences
- Edward Tronick's early career involved working with Harlow's lab on infant monkeys and later with Jerome Bruner at Harvard.
- These experiences shaped his focus on infant perception and social interaction, foundational for his later work.
Infants Are Active Participants
- Tronick emphasized the infant's active role in social interaction, rather than viewing infants as passive observers.
- He experimentally tested this by observing infant reactions when the mother ceased interaction.
Signature Still Face Reaction
- The first baby in the still face experiment showed clear distress behaviors like looking away and making negative faces during the mother's still face.
- This initial reaction became known as the signature behavior of the still face paradigm.
