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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Disinhibited attachment disorder
			\| synonyms = Disinhibited social engagement disorder
			\| field = [[Psychiatry]]
			\| symptoms = [[Indiscriminate sociability]], [[lack of selectivity in attachment figures]]
			\| onset = Early childhood
			\| duration = Persistent
			\| causes = [[Neglect]], [[abuse]], [[institutionalization]]
			\| risks = [[Social neglect]], [[frequent changes in caregivers]], [[rearing in unusual settings]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[DSM-5 criteria]]
			\| differential = [[Reactive attachment disorder]], [[Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder]], [[Autism spectrum disorder]]
			\| treatment = [[Therapy]], [[parental training]], [[stable caregiving environment]]
			\| prognosis = Variable, depends on intervention and environment
			\| frequency = Rare
			}}
	'''Disinhibited attachment disorder''' (DAD) is a [[psychiatric disorder]] that affects children and is characterized by an inability to form normal [[attachment]] behaviors. This disorder is often seen in children who have been neglected or abused, and it can lead to a variety of behavioral and emotional problems.		'''Disinhibited attachment disorder''' (DAD) is a [[psychiatric disorder]] that affects children and is characterized by an inability to form normal [[attachment]] behaviors. This disorder is often seen in children who have been neglected or abused, and it can lead to a variety of behavioral and emotional problems.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	Children with disinhibited attachment disorder may exhibit a variety of symptoms, including:		Children with disinhibited attachment disorder may exhibit a variety of symptoms, including:

	* Lack of appropriate boundaries with strangers or casual acquaintances		* Lack of appropriate boundaries with strangers or casual acquaintances
	* Overly friendly or familiar behavior		* Overly friendly or familiar behavior
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	* Impulsivity and difficulty controlling behavior		* Impulsivity and difficulty controlling behavior
	* Difficulty understanding and following social rules		* Difficulty understanding and following social rules

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Disinhibited attachment disorder is often caused by early life trauma or neglect. This can include physical or sexual abuse, emotional neglect, or inconsistent care. Children who have been in multiple foster homes or institutions may also be at risk for developing this disorder.		Disinhibited attachment disorder is often caused by early life trauma or neglect. This can include physical or sexual abuse, emotional neglect, or inconsistent care. Children who have been in multiple foster homes or institutions may also be at risk for developing this disorder.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of disinhibited attachment disorder is typically made by a [[mental health professional]] who will conduct a thorough evaluation of the child's behavior and history. This may include observations of the child's interactions with others, interviews with caregivers, and psychological testing.		Diagnosis of disinhibited attachment disorder is typically made by a [[mental health professional]] who will conduct a thorough evaluation of the child's behavior and history. This may include observations of the child's interactions with others, interviews with caregivers, and psychological testing.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for disinhibited attachment disorder typically involves [[psychotherapy]] and may also include medication to manage any co-occurring conditions such as [[anxiety]] or [[depression]]. Therapy often focuses on helping the child develop healthy attachment behaviors and improve social skills.		Treatment for disinhibited attachment disorder typically involves [[psychotherapy]] and may also include medication to manage any co-occurring conditions such as [[anxiety]] or [[depression]]. Therapy often focuses on helping the child develop healthy attachment behaviors and improve social skills.

	== See also ==		== See also ==

	* [[Attachment theory]]		* [[Attachment theory]]
	* [[Reactive attachment disorder]]		* [[Reactive attachment disorder]]
	* [[Child abuse]]		* [[Child abuse]]
	* [[Child neglect]]		* [[Child neglect]]

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'''Disinhibited attachment disorder''' (DAD) is a [[psychiatric disorder]] that affects children and is characterized by an inability to form normal [[attachment]] behaviors. This disorder is often seen in children who have been neglected or abused, and it can lead to a variety of behavioral and emotional problems.

== Symptoms ==

Children with disinhibited attachment disorder may exhibit a variety of symptoms, including:

* Lack of appropriate boundaries with strangers or casual acquaintances
* Overly friendly or familiar behavior
* Difficulty forming close, intimate relationships
* Impulsivity and difficulty controlling behavior
* Difficulty understanding and following social rules

== Causes ==

Disinhibited attachment disorder is often caused by early life trauma or neglect. This can include physical or sexual abuse, emotional neglect, or inconsistent care. Children who have been in multiple foster homes or institutions may also be at risk for developing this disorder.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of disinhibited attachment disorder is typically made by a [[mental health professional]] who will conduct a thorough evaluation of the child's behavior and history. This may include observations of the child's interactions with others, interviews with caregivers, and psychological testing.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for disinhibited attachment disorder typically involves [[psychotherapy]] and may also include medication to manage any co-occurring conditions such as [[anxiety]] or [[depression]]. Therapy often focuses on helping the child develop healthy attachment behaviors and improve social skills.

== See also ==

* [[Attachment theory]]
* [[Reactive attachment disorder]]
* [[Child abuse]]
* [[Child neglect]]

== References ==

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[[Category:Psychiatric disorders]]
[[Category:Childhood disorders]]
[[Category:Attachment theory]]
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