Attachment and emotional development
Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby, explains that children are biologically driven to seek safety and comfort from trusted caregivers.
When children experience consistent, responsive care, they develop secure attachment. This helps them feel safe exploring the world and regulating their emotions.
When care is inconsistent, stressful or unpredictable, children may develop insecure or disorganised attachment patterns. These can affect emotional regulation, trust and relationships.
When children experience consistent, responsive care, they develop secure attachment. This helps them feel safe exploring the world and regulating their emotions.
When care is inconsistent, stressful or unpredictable, children may develop insecure or disorganised attachment patterns. These can affect emotional regulation, trust and relationships.
Schools and other supportive environments can play an important role in providing stable, predictable relationships that help children feel safe.
Consistent routines, caring adults and emotional understanding can all help children develop stronger emotional regulation over time.
