PPT Slide
Definition of a Secure Base Script
The prototypic secure base script describes a sequence of events in which the caregiver (1) supports the child’s exploration, (2) remains available and responsive and serves as a resource as necessary; (3) the child encounters an obstacle or threat and becomes distressed; (4) either the child retreats to the caregiver or the caregiver goes to the child; (5) the difficulty is resolved or removed; (6) proximity and/or contact with the caregiver effectively comforts the child; (7) the child (possibly with the caregiver’s assistance) returns to constructive play (or ends play comfortably and makes a transition to another activity).