Introduction
Attachment is a natural way to select and develop adaptive systems of behaviors. Through development, from early childhood to adulthood, attachment plays a significant role in enhancing the confidence required to engage the world beyond the immediate context of attachment and the capacity of the individual to develop intimacy with others.
Discussion
A secure mode is seen in children who depend on their caregivers. These children show discomfort when they are separated from their caregivers and a lot of happiness when reunited – this is seen when Alex and Angel are reunited. Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a condition in which a child fails to establish emotionally healthy attachments with their caregivers (parental figures), frequently as a result of emotional abuse or neglect at a young age.
Social workers who work with children will be familiar with the idea of attachment theory, which serves as a framework for analyzing how a child’s early caregiving experiences affect their attempts to find safety and comfort. The main goal of the attachment theory is to achieve full integration and help children form better bonds and connections with their caretakers. As a result, contribution to the development of healthy relationships within the foster family correlates with Hispanic culture that highly values familial relationships.
Conclusion
However, attachment theory may be limited in its Western middle-class orientation, which may not suit the Hispanic culture. Family theory can be an effective intervention for Alex as it entails working with his caretakers to help them find and develop healthy ways to interact with each other.
References
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Keller, H. (2018). Universality claim of attachment theory: Children’s socioemotional development across cultures. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 115(45), 11414-11419.
Payne, M. (2020). Modern social work theory. (5th ed.) Bloomsbury Publishing.