Attachment theory is often mischaracterized as focusing solely on maternal influences in early childhood, but developmental science has explored the important roles that other attachment figures play throughout one's life, including foster parents, social peers, and romantic partners.
Available April 2023
Following the history and evolution of attachment research, this book translates foundational knowledge into clinical practice by reviewing interventions such as parent training techniques, attachment-based family therapy, and mentalization-based therapy. These attachment-based interventions are differentiated from other, harmful treatments that have been erroneously linked to attachment theory, being labeled by their proponents as "attachment therapy."
Key concepts such as internal working models and secure vs. insecure attachment scripts are described, as are important assessment measures like the strange situation procedure and the adult attachment interview. Special features highlight notable topics and controversies in attachment theory and research and present case studies that bring clinical guidance to life.
Author | Brian Allen, PsyD |
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Table Of Content | Introduction to a Lifespan Model of Attachment Theory Part I. Attachment Theory Research and Theory: From Past to Present Chapter 1. The Historical Foundations of Contemporary Attachment Theory Chapter 2. Attachment During Infancy and Early Childhood: Understanding Attachment Behavior Chapter 3. Attachment During Childhood: Internal Working Models and Developmental Trajectories Chapter 4. Attachment During Adolescence: Evolving Caregiver Relationships and the Role of Peers Chapter 5. Attachment During Adulthood: Being a Parent and a Partner Part II: Clinical Applications of Attachment Theory: From Infancy to Adulthood Chapter 6. Clinical Practice With Infants: The Field of Infant Mental Health Chapter 7: Clinical Practice With Childhood: At the Intersection of Clinical and Developmental Science Chapter 8: Clinical Practice With Adolescents: Building Autonomy and Connectedness Chapter 9: Clinical Practice With Adults: Applications to Individual and Couple Therapy Part III. Questions and Controversies Chapter 10: "Attachment Disorder," "Attachment Therapy," and the Redemption of a Clinical Theory Chapter 11: Frequently Asked Questions References Index About the Author |
Format | Paperback |
Page Count | 286 |