Step 1:

Watch: The case ofGenie Wiley videoLinks to an external site.

• Genie Wiley Video TranscriptLinks to an external site.
• Audio Described Genie Wiley MP3

Step 2:Questions:

1. According to the video, what was the impact of the abuse Genie Wiley experienced on her physical, cognitive, and social development? Give an example of a problem she experienced in each of the three domains.
2. After watching Genie Wiley's case and learning about attachment theory, how would you rank the importance of following infant needs for healthy social development? Provide a justification for your ranking. Note: there is no one correct answer. As a group, you need to discuss and then justify your ranking.

___Clothing

___Food

___Security blanket or stuffed animal

___Being held by a parent or caregiver

___Stimulation from toys or television

____Sleep

1. Challenge the assumption that our early attachment style with our primary caregiver determines our destiny in terms of social development. Describe two situations where one's attachment style may change over time (e.g. from secure to insecure and/or insecure to secure). In each example, make sure you explain specific reasons (e.g. role of later life experiences, other socialization figures or practices, etc.) why such a change may happen.