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Abstract
A longitudinal study was conducted of infants, some of whom had experienced substantial non-parental care, and some of whom had not. The behaviour of these infants was observed during a set sequence of separation and reunions involving the mother and regular care-giver. Results were analyzed in terms of individual stability, developmental patterns, and inter-group differences. These were differences in socio-emotional behaviour associated with day care experience. The results are discussed in relation to attachment theory.