The Simple Guide to Attachment Difficulties in Children

The Simple Guide to Attachment Difficulties in Children
Subtitle: What They Are and How to Help
Author: Betsy de Thierry
Illustrator: Emma Reeves

A clear and practical guide to understanding attachment challenges in children—and how to support them with care and confidence.

This accessible and compassionate book offers insight into attachment difficulties, helping parents, carers, and professionals better understand the emotional world of children who have experienced trauma or disrupted early relationships.

Going beyond theory, it provides practical tools and real-world guidance to support children in building safety, trust, and connection.

Inside this book:

• Clear explanations of attachment difficulties and their impact on children
• Understanding the relationship between trauma and attachment
• Practical strategies to support emotional regulation and connection
• Guidance for responding to challenging behaviours with empathy
• Insights for parents, carers, educators, and professionals

Written in a straightforward and supportive tone, this book helps you see behaviour through a trauma-informed lens, offering pathways toward healing and resilience.

Why readers value this book:

• Easy to understand, even for those new to the topic
• Practical advice that can be applied immediately
• Grounded in professional experience and trauma-informed care
• Relevant for families, teachers, and support workers

Essential and empowering, Attachment Difficulties is a valuable resource for anyone committed to supporting children with compassion, understanding, and informed care.

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 120
• Dimensions (cm): 19.68 x 13.34 x 1.27