Disordered Attachment

Question 1

give some examples of behavioural signs seen with disordered attachment

Answer 1

lack self-control, lack normal fear, self destructive, aggression, irresponsible, stealing

Question 2

describe why cognitive function can be affected by disordered attachment

Answer 2

give need of ‘secure base’ to explore and learn, since they lacked this have significant cognitive difficulty

Question 3

what are some of the cognitive function signs seen with disordered attachment

Answer 3

learning disorder, language disorder, ‘black and white’ thinking, sense of self-importance

Question 4

what are some emotional signs that can be seen with disordered attachment

Answer 4

core emotions are anger, fear, pain, shame, also struggle to express emotions

Question 5

what are some of the social functioning signs of disordered attachment

Answer 5

lack eye contact, lack peer relationships, victimises others, lacks trust

Question 6

what are some of the physical aspects can be seen with disordered attachment

Answer 6

poor hygiene, chronic body tensions, accident prone, high pain tolerance

Question 7

what are some of the causes of disordered attachment

there are loads

Answer 7

separation from primary caregiver, parental conflict, physical/emotional neglect or abuse, traumatic experience, undiagnosed illness