Aims

This course was designed in order for participants understand the processes and key principles of attachment. It is designed to raise awareness of the issues surrounding the research and the methodology of attachment and how it can be applied in a caring environment. The course will provide staff with a clear understanding of the benefits of understanding attachment and how they can achieve better outcomes for young people and support adults who have suffered negative issues surrounding attachment.

Learning Outcomes

•Understand the key principals of attachment and bonding critical for healthy development.
•Understand how healthy attachment is facilitated.
•Understand the various ways that neglect and abuse negatively influence attachment, exploring the consequent challenging behaviours.
•Understand how foster carers can help children with attachment difficulties.