Temporary separation from primary caregivers can significantly influence attachment styles and overall adjustment in young children, particularly during critical developmental stages such as first grade. This study investigates the impact of temporary separation on attachment styles and adjustment among first-grade Iranian children through a mixed-methods approach. Quantitative data were collected via standardized attachment and adjustment scales, while qualitative insights were gathered through interviews with children and parents. Results suggest varied responses to separation based on attachment styles, with implications for emotional regulation and social adaptation. The findings underscore the complex interplay between temporary separation, attachment dynamics, and psychosocial adjustment in early childhood.

Temporary separation, attachment styles, adjustment

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