Description
Widely thought to be the state-of-the-science reference on attachment, this handbook interweaves theory and state of the art research with clinical applications. Leading researchers read about the origins and development of attachment theory; present biological and evolutionary perspectives; and explore the role of attachment processes in relationships, including both parent–child and romantic bonds. Implications for mental health and psychotherapy are addressed, with reviews of exemplary attachment-oriented interventions for youngsters and adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Contributors speak about perfect practices in assessment and critically evaluate to be had instruments and protocols.
New to This Edition
*Chapters on genetics and epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology, and sexual mating.
*Chapters on compassion, school readiness, and the caregiving system around the lifespan.
*Chapter probing the relation between attachment and other developmental influences.
*Just about a decade’s price of theoretical and empirical advances.