Attachment theory provides a framework for thinking about relationships, particularly about those aspects of relationships which are shaped by threat and the need for security. This book explores the... (more)
The contributors - all distuinguished authorities from a variety of backgrounds in public, professional and academic life - share a common conviction that we all have a powerful need to belong, to be... (more)
Using contemporary research and clinical data, this book examines the extent to which psychological problems are rooted in early mother/child relations.
This work addresses the needs of social workers in understanding and assessing the nature and origins of disturbed social relationships, and examines issues emerging from and around attachment... (more)
Examines the diagnosis of individuals who show physical violence as a manifestation of their emotional attachments. (more)
The ongoing growth of attachment research has given rise to new perspectives on classic theoretical questions as well as fruitful new debates. This unique book identifies nine central questions... (more)
This volume provides an in-depth examination of traditional and emerging measures of attachment behavior and representations from infancy to adulthood. Leading authorities share their expertise on... (more)
This book explains how people can be radically manipulated by extreme groups and leaders to engage in incomprehensible and often dangerous acts through psychologically isolating situations of extreme... (more)
Attachment-Focused Family Play Therapy presents an essential roadmap for therapists working with traumatized youth.
Exploring trauma and attachment through a neurobiological focus, the book lays... (more)
CONTENTS
EDITORIAL
Attachment to Australia as it burns: a personal reflection by Jewel Jones
ARTICLES
– Thalassa, Confusion of Tongues, The Unwelcome Child and his Death Drive: Sandor... (more)
This book both explains and illustrates how the practice of child mental health professionals can be enhanced, whatever their treatment approach, to encourage engagement, resilience and development... (more)
CONTENTS
EDITORIAL - by Orit Badouk Epstein
ARTICLES
– Historical section edited by Brett Kahr
Bowlby 1939: “Hysteria in children” and the birth of attachment theory
A neglected... (more)
Nurturing Attachments Training Resource is a complete group-work programme containing everything you need to run training and support sessions for adoptive parents and foster or kinship carers. Based... (more)
It is generally acknowledged that attachment relationships are important for infants and young children, but there is little clarity on what exactly constitutes such a relationship. Does it occur... (more)