Attachment in the school setting
Atwool, Nicola R.
Attachment in the school setting Atwool, Nicola - 1999 - New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies .
New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 34(2) 1999 : 309-322
The author of this article examines the relationship between attachment theory and children's behaviour in school. Attachment theory is reviewed, including a description of the types of attachment styles and how these contribute to differences in children's behaviour. Children who have experienced abuse or neglect are categorised as displaying 'disorganised' attachment style. Children with this style of attachment often do not trust adults or comply with instructions, so teachers view these children as hostile, anti-social or withdrawn. Implications for educators are discussed, such as the unique position of teachers to modify a child's perception of adults, and provide positive experiences for the child.
0028-8276
CHILD ABUSE
ATTACHMENT
BEHAVIOURAL DIFFICULTIES
CHILD BEHAVIOUR
CHILD NEGLECT
CHILDREN
EDUCATION
FAMILIES
Attachment in the school setting Atwool, Nicola - 1999 - New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies .
New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 34(2) 1999 : 309-322
The author of this article examines the relationship between attachment theory and children's behaviour in school. Attachment theory is reviewed, including a description of the types of attachment styles and how these contribute to differences in children's behaviour. Children who have experienced abuse or neglect are categorised as displaying 'disorganised' attachment style. Children with this style of attachment often do not trust adults or comply with instructions, so teachers view these children as hostile, anti-social or withdrawn. Implications for educators are discussed, such as the unique position of teachers to modify a child's perception of adults, and provide positive experiences for the child.
0028-8276
CHILD ABUSE
ATTACHMENT
BEHAVIOURAL DIFFICULTIES
CHILD BEHAVIOUR
CHILD NEGLECT
CHILDREN
EDUCATION
FAMILIES