Understanding the patterns and relationships

Kelly, Wendy

Understanding the patterns and relationships Kelly, Wendy - Wellington Child, Youth and Family 2006 - 32 p. ; computer file : PDF file (1.15Mb)

Social Work Now (34) August 2006 : 11-16

This article examines the attachment needs of young children. It outlines the different attachment styles according to Attachment theory. Drawing on a case study of a boy in foster care the author discusses how Attachment theory can be used to assess and understand children's emotional needs when they have been abused or neglected and placed in care.

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ATTACHMENT
CAREGIVERS
CHILDREN
PARENT CHILD RELATIONSHIP
PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS


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