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Holding children in mind or holding therapy: developing an ethical position.

John Simmonds¹

¹British Association for Adoption and Fostering, London, UK. john.simmonds@baaf.org.uk

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Attachment theory is vital in foster care and adoption, explaining child development issues and successful placements. However, some therapeutic models, like holding therapy, deviate from ethical practice, causing controversy and dilemmas for caregivers.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Child Development
Social Work

Background:

Attachment theory is foundational in foster care and adoption, explaining developmental challenges in children.
It highlights the positive impact of 'autonomous' carers on children's progress.
The theory's influence has led to diverse therapeutic models, some diverging from core principles.

Purpose of the Study:

To critically examine therapeutic models within attachment theory, specifically holding therapy.
To address the controversies surrounding holding therapy and its position statement.
To explore the dilemmas faced by parents and carers dealing with challenging child behaviors.

Main Methods:

Critical analysis of attachment theory and its application in therapeutic models.
Review of the development and controversy surrounding a position statement on holding therapy.
Exploration of parental and carer experiences with challenging behaviors.

Main Results:

Attachment theory effectively identifies sources of developmental difficulties and successful interventions.
Holding therapy represents a controversial model that has strayed from ethical clinical practice.
The development of a position statement on holding therapy also became controversial.

Conclusions:

Attachment-based approaches require caregivers to understand and respond to child communications without harmful retaliation.
There is a critical need for ethical and effective therapeutic interventions grounded in attachment principles.
Parents and carers face significant challenges navigating complex behaviors and emotions in foster care and adoption settings.