This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to key
concepts of attachment theory, from the work of its founder John Bowlby
to the most recent research within the field.
The first part of the book gives readers a clear understanding of
attachment theory during infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and
in bereavement. The second part of the book illustrates how attachment
theory can be used to inform clinical interventions with children in
different contexts, adults, and within wider health, social and
educational systems. Using case examples throughout, the authors provide
the reader with a practical understanding of the clinical applications
of attachment theory across the lifespan and in varying health, social
care and educational systems.
Attachment theory is one of the most important lifespan development
theories and is relevant to students and practitioners from a wide range
of disciplines, including medicine, nursing, psychology, child
development, mental health and applied social sciences.