Attachment after infancy

Duration: 46 mins Publication Date: 22 Aug 2024 Next Review Date: 22 Aug 2027 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13708

Description

In this talk, Professor Stephen Scott explores attachment beyond infancy, questioning whether early attachment patterns remain significant in later development. He distinguishes between attachment disorders and attachment patterns, highlighting the role of sensitive parenting in fostering emotional regulation and resilience. Drawing on research, he discusses how attachment influences behavior, social skills, and academic success, the effectiveness of parenting interventions, and the potential for secure attachments to form even after early adversity, including in foster care. This talk is valuable for professionals in child mental health, education, and caregiving, offering insights into assessing and improving attachment security.

Learning Objectives

A. To understand the distinction between attachment disorders and attachment patterns and their implications for child development.
B. To examine the role of sensitive parenting in fostering secure attachment and emotional regulation.
C. To explore the impact of attachment on behavior, social skills, and academic success throughout childhood and adolescence.
D. To identify evidence-based parenting interventions that support attachment security, including approaches for children who have experienced early adversity.