"We cannot assume that early inadequate experience will some how be cancelled by later experience. Lasting consequences of early inadequate experiences may be subtle and complex...But there will be consequences" (Sroufe, 1979). Discuss.

"We cannot assume that early inadequate experience will some how be cancelled by later experience. Lasting consequences of early inadequate experiences may be subtle and complex...But there will be consequences" (Sroufe, 1979). Discuss. Alan Sroufe (1979) stated that lasting consequences of early inadequate experiences may be subtle and complex but there will be consequences. Whilst there are numerous ways in which these consequences may manifest, one important effect is the development of adult love relationships. Hazan &…

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