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Infants have an instinctual need to identify adults in their life as safe, supportive figures. Being a socially responsive, available, and protective parent when your child is young can help to create a bond that lasts a lifetime. Read on to learn more about the theory of attachment and how it applies to building a connected family.
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Giving Your Teens the Gifts of Time and Attention
Take an interest in their activities. Set aside time for them. Time spent with teenagers is time well spent. Teens want...
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Early Attachment and Long-Term Outcomes
So far, we have seen that there is a link between the quality of infant attachment and the quality of care an infant...
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Observation Guidelines: Assessing Young Children's Attachment Security
Secure Attachment Look For: Active, intentional exploration of the environment in the presence of the...
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John Bowlby's Perspective on Learning and Development
Early in his work in child guidance, British researcher John Bowlby became concerned about the ability of children...
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Good Parenting Basics
The following guidelines emerged over years from the author's parenting classes. ABC stands for always be consistent....
