scarlet witch

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Superhero: Wanda Maximoff/ Scarlet Witch Character Background Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff), is a fictional hero within Marvel Comics. She is a creation of Stan Lee as well as Jack Kirby and was initially featured in X-Men no.4 in 1964. Scarlet Witch is a mutant that has powers in reality-warping and probability manipulation. She was born in Sokovia, a fictional Eastern European country, along with her twin brother, Pietro Maximoff (Quicksilver), and both were orphaned at a young age due to their parent's death in a bombing. Character's Behavior: Wanda Maximoff is a complex character with many different portrayals in the comics and media adaptations. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, she is initially shown to be a member of HYDRA who gains her powers through experimentation with Loki's scepter. She joins the Avengers and becomes romantically involved with Vision. After Thanos kills Vision, Wanda becomes consumed with grief and utilizes her powers to create a false reality in Westview, New Jersey. She creates a sitcom-like world where she and Vision can live happily ever after, but she also traps the townspeople in her illusion. Explanation of Behavior. Several psychological theories could explain Wanda's behavior, but one that seems especially relevant is the attachment theory. Attachment theory claims that one's early childhood experiences with carers shape attachment styles and affect how one relates to others in adult life. Her traumatic childhood, where she lost her parents in a bombing, has left her with deep emotional scars and a need to protect those she loves (Backe, 2021). Her powers, initially

to cope with. This behavior is consistent with attachment theory's view of relationships as a source of comfort and security. Wanda's actions can be seen as an attempt to regulate her emotional state and find that security. An explanation of the opposing theory. The social learning hypothesis may not apply to Wanda's actions. According to social learning theory, behavior is taught through imitation, observation, and reward (Sprouts, 2022). While Wanda might have observed some activity that led to her behaviors, including watching sitcoms, her conduct seemed motivated by her internal mental state and prior experiences rather than external causes. Summary of Behavior Using Attachment Theory and Social Learning Theory. Based on attachment theory, Wanda's behavior may be explained by the early trauma and loss she experienced, which influenced her insecure attachment style. She felt secure and stable because of her commitment to Vision. She was so distraught when he was taken from her that she made up a fake reality to help her survive. The attachment theory's conception of relationships as a means of solace and security is compatible with this conduct. The social learning theory, on the other hand, might be less relevant to Wanda's actions. Although she may have picked up on certain behaviors that affected her, internal emotional variables and prior experiences mostly shape her behavior. Scarlet Witch is a complex character whose behavior can be understood through various psychological theories. By analyzing her background, behavior, and motivations, we can gain insights into her actions and better appreciate the depth and complexity of her character (Rumaun & Narod, 2020). Additionally, despite being a crucial aspect of attachment theory, social learning fails to relate to ways

attachment shapes behavior. Attachment theory provides a valuable framework for analyzing Wanda Maximoff's actions in fabricating a fake world to cope with the death of her attachment persona, Vision.