Adverse Childhood Ex Flashcards
Who developed attachment theory
John Bowlby
What is attachment security built up by
attachment security is built up through the mirroring that goes on in attachment relations
-reading thoughts and feelings around us
What are internal working models
mental representations constructed during childhood and based primary on early experiences w sig caregivers
–these internal models become the foundation of our later expectations and attitudes towards others and the world around us
what is attachment relationship determined by (3)
proximity seeking behaviours- desire to be near ppl we are attached to
Safe haven- returning to the attachment figure for comfort and safety in the face of threat
Seperation distress- Anxiety that occurs in the absence of the attachment figure
Secure attachment style facts
- associated w resilience across lifespan
- good ability to adapt in face of adversity
- early experiences know that someone will be there for them etc
attachment and places
being moved to an unfirmiliar loc can create a loss of sensory and relational familiarity
what is attachement trauma
trauma that occurs for young children in the context of their attachment relationships
–can have adverse long term effects on ones capacity to develop and maintain security in relationships
Childhood trauma within the caregiver relationships is associate with what
poor mental health in adulthood, increased likelihood of developing PTSD, anxiety and depression, poor physical health
What is disorganized attachment style
They show violence or angry behaviours that are followed or interrupted by opposing displays, appear to lack observable goals etc
What conditions likely lead to disorganized attachment style (3)
A. having a caregiver who is disorganized themselves and therefore unable to provide the level of regulation needed
B. Experiences of maltreatment abuse or neglect
C. Experiences of a parent having a violent partner
What is complex trauma
experiences of multiple traumatic events within the caregiver system, in place of the safety and stability that is normally provided
What is reactive attachment disorder
Is a attachment noted in children who’ve experienced extreme deprivation
-result of pathogenic care (persistent disregard of the childs basic emotional needs)
What is inhibited reactive attachment disorder
children with inhibited reactive attachement disorder no longer show signs or symptoms once they come in contact w proper care
what is disinhibited reactive attachment disorder
the child or adolescent shows indiscriminate sociability, inappropriate familiar or selective in choice in attachment figures, seeks attention from anyone, displays inappropriate childish behaviour, frequently asks for help in doing things, and violates social boundaries
3 specific areas of focus when tx attachment probs
- The establishment of a secure base
- The provision of physical and emotional attunement and regulatip
- assistance with building healthy internal working models
