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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Attachment disorder | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Psychology]] | |||
| symptoms = Difficulty forming emotional attachments, [[social withdrawal]], [[emotional detachment]] | |||
| complications = [[Anxiety disorders]], [[depression (mood)|depression]], [[behavioral problems]] | |||
| onset = Early childhood | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| types = [[Reactive attachment disorder]], [[Disinhibited social engagement disorder]] | |||
| causes = [[Neglect]], [[abuse]], [[trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Institutionalization]], [[foster care]], [[adoption]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[DSM-5]] criteria | |||
| differential = [[Autism spectrum disorder]], [[social anxiety disorder]], [[conduct disorder]] | |||
| prevention = [[Early intervention]], [[stable caregiving environment]] | |||
| treatment = [[Therapy]], [[parental training]], [[medication]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies, can improve with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Attachment disorder''' is a broad term intended to describe disorders of mood, behavior, and social relationships arising from a failure to form normal attachments to primary care giving figures in early childhood. Such a failure would result from unusual early experiences of neglect, abuse, abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age, frequent change or excessive numbers of caregivers, or lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts. Not all children who have these experiences have an attachment disorder. | '''Attachment disorder''' is a broad term intended to describe disorders of mood, behavior, and social relationships arising from a failure to form normal attachments to primary care giving figures in early childhood. Such a failure would result from unusual early experiences of neglect, abuse, abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age, frequent change or excessive numbers of caregivers, or lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts. Not all children who have these experiences have an attachment disorder. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The causes of attachment disorders are still not fully understood. However, it is generally agreed that attachment disorders develop as a result of a combination of genetic, social, and environmental factors. Some of the factors that may contribute to the development of attachment disorders include: | The causes of attachment disorders are still not fully understood. However, it is generally agreed that attachment disorders develop as a result of a combination of genetic, social, and environmental factors. Some of the factors that may contribute to the development of attachment disorders include: | ||
* [[Neglect]] or [[abuse]] in early childhood | * [[Neglect]] or [[abuse]] in early childhood | ||
* Frequent changes in caregivers | * Frequent changes in caregivers | ||
* Lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts | * Lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts | ||
* Abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age | * Abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of attachment disorders can vary widely, but may include: | The symptoms of attachment disorders can vary widely, but may include: | ||
* Difficulty forming emotional attachments to others | * Difficulty forming emotional attachments to others | ||
* Resistance to comforting | * Resistance to comforting | ||
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* Difficulty showing genuine care and affection | * Difficulty showing genuine care and affection | ||
* An underdeveloped conscience | * An underdeveloped conscience | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for attachment disorders typically involves a combination of therapy, counseling, and education. This may include: | Treatment for attachment disorders typically involves a combination of therapy, counseling, and education. This may include: | ||
* [[Psychotherapy]] for the child and family | * [[Psychotherapy]] for the child and family | ||
* [[Social skills training]] | * [[Social skills training]] | ||
* Parenting classes | * Parenting classes | ||
* School-based interventions | * School-based interventions | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Attachment theory]] | * [[Attachment theory]] | ||
* [[Child development]] | * [[Child development]] | ||
* [[Child psychology]] | * [[Child psychology]] | ||
* [[Developmental psychology]] | * [[Developmental psychology]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Psychology]] | [[Category:Psychology]] | ||
[[Category:Child development]] | [[Category:Child development]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:41, 3 April 2025
| Attachment disorder | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Difficulty forming emotional attachments, social withdrawal, emotional detachment |
| Complications | Anxiety disorders, depression, behavioral problems |
| Onset | Early childhood |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | Reactive attachment disorder, Disinhibited social engagement disorder |
| Causes | Neglect, abuse, trauma |
| Risks | Institutionalization, foster care, adoption |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, DSM-5 criteria |
| Differential diagnosis | Autism spectrum disorder, social anxiety disorder, conduct disorder |
| Prevention | Early intervention, stable caregiving environment |
| Treatment | Therapy, parental training, medication |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies, can improve with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Attachment disorder is a broad term intended to describe disorders of mood, behavior, and social relationships arising from a failure to form normal attachments to primary care giving figures in early childhood. Such a failure would result from unusual early experiences of neglect, abuse, abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age, frequent change or excessive numbers of caregivers, or lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts. Not all children who have these experiences have an attachment disorder.
Causes[edit]
The causes of attachment disorders are still not fully understood. However, it is generally agreed that attachment disorders develop as a result of a combination of genetic, social, and environmental factors. Some of the factors that may contribute to the development of attachment disorders include:
- Neglect or abuse in early childhood
- Frequent changes in caregivers
- Lack of caregiver responsiveness to child communicative efforts
- Abrupt separation from caregivers between 6 months and three years of age
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of attachment disorders can vary widely, but may include:
- Difficulty forming emotional attachments to others
- Resistance to comforting
- Extreme need for control
- Anger problems
- Difficulty showing genuine care and affection
- An underdeveloped conscience
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for attachment disorders typically involves a combination of therapy, counseling, and education. This may include:
- Psychotherapy for the child and family
- Social skills training
- Parenting classes
- School-based interventions
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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