9 Signs Of Disorganized Attachment, Causes, And Healing
Babies are entirely dependent on their primary caretakers or parents for survival. They form a strong emotional connection and, in many cases, feel secure and safe with them. However, in a disorganized attachment, their only source of safety (caregivers or parents) becomes a source of fear. When a caregiver is abusive, the child may experience emotional and mental trauma. They feel scared, tense, and distressed around them. The root cause of this kind of attachment is abuse or neglect (which is a form of abuse), leading to a lack of appropriate nurturing, which builds trust in a healthy connection, support, and love from parents....