There are mainly 4 phases. In the first stage, children instinctively direct their attachment towards human figures such as siblings, parents and strangers. In the second stage, the attachment slowly becomes more focused on one figure, who is usually the primary caregiver. In the third stage, the child develops specific attachments and actively seeks contact with caregivers on a regular basis. Finally, after the age of two, the child begins to take into account the feelings, goals and plans of others as he becomes more aware in formulating his own actions (Santrock,