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While there's lot of reactive attachment disorder symptoms, many people (including clinicians) miss them. They differ from child to child based on the severity of the disorder. And not all are in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, the go-to resource for clinicians. In reality, a RAD parent is the real expert. Here's what one learned the hard way.
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a mental health condition that originates in childhood that affects a child’s relationship with their caretakers. Often, the symptoms of RAD do not simply disappear in adulthood. Instead, they shift and morph into a collection of problematic symptoms that affect one’s mood, anxiety levels, and relationships. Acknowledging and addressing the
Exhausting doesn’t begin to scratch the surface of what a normal day in the life of a mom of a RAD child is like. Maddening is a little closer to reality.
Reactive attachment disorder is a type of trauma disorder that arises in childhood due to severe neglect. In response to distress not being met with comfort, children stop seeking comfort altogether, and are unable totolerate it when it's offered. #reactiveattachmentdisorder #attachmentdisorders #attachment #trauma #childhoodtrauma
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a childhood mental health condition characterized by persistent difficulties establishing and maintaining close relationships, poor emotional control, and withdrawal from social interaction.1 These behaviors often stem from early childhood maltreatment and neglect. Symptoms of reactive attachment disorder typically include problems expressing emotions, refusal to seek help, and flat affect.
The Reason Behind "Strict" Parenting for Those Raising Kids with Reactive Attachment Disorder
This mom never intended to be the "strict mom". But the nature of reactive attachment disorder required high structure for the safety of everyone in their home.
Attachment Disorders in Adults: Types, Symptoms, & Treatments
Adult attachment disorders refer to the various difficulties associated with reading emotions, showing affection, and trusting others. These disorders often start in childhood, and they can affect everything from someone’s self-esteem to relationship satisfaction. Treatment can help people become more aware of their attachment styles and learn how to communicate their needs with others properly.
One mom shares her struggle of the journey of raising a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder. Read to remember you are not alone and that this is a very hard road to walk. #RAD #adoption #specialneeds #reactiveattachmentdisorder #fostercare #diagnosis #attachmentdisorder #therapy #playtherapy
