Your Independent Child May Have Attachment Problems | 5 Signs

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Many parents assume that independence is always a good thing - but sometimes it can signal that a child doesn’t feel fully secure in their attachment. In this video, we break down five signs that may suggest your child is struggling with secure attachment and explain how these behaviors show up in everyday situations..

We also discuss practical, realistic ways to strengthen your bond with your child, improve emotional security, and support healthy development over time. Whether you’re simply curious or noticing patterns that concern you, this video offers clarity, reassurance, and actionable insight for parents who want to support their child’s emotional wellbeing.


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📖 REFERENCES

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Foster, S. L. (2025). Attachment theory and research: What should be on the agenda for child and family social work? British Journal of Social Work. Advance online publication.

Macagno, A., et al. (2024). Finding a secure base: Exploring children’s attachment and exploratory behaviours in early care settings. Early Childhood Research Quarterly.

Rato, M. P., Serra, J., & Canavarro, M. C. (2025). Exploring the association between adoptive parents’ attachment orientations and adoptees’ emotional and behavioral difficulties: The role of self-compassion and mindful parenting. Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology, 99, Article 101816.

Tabachnick, A. R., & colleagues. (2024). Secure attachment in infancy predicts context-dependent behavioural and emotional regulation in early childhood. Frontiers in Psychology.