UNDERSTANDING ATTACHMENT AND ATTACHMENT DISORDERS: THEORY, EVIDENCE AND PRACTICE.

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UNDERSTANDING ATTACHMENT AND ATTACHMENT DISORDERS: THEORY, EVIDENCE AND PRACTICE.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Theory, Evidence and Practice

by VIVIEN PRIOR

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered why some kids feel safe and others don’t? Imagine trying to understand the invisible bonds that tie families and friends together—and what happens when those bonds get a little tangled. What secrets will you uncover about feelings and friendships?

Themes

PsychologyDevelopmentalChildFamilyRelationshipsAdoption & Fostering

Quick Assessment

This book offers a clear and approachable introduction to the concept of attachment and attachment disorders in children. It explains how to recognize these challenges and provides practical guidance for supporting affected kids. Suitable for ages 9-12, it gently explores psychological and developmental themes relevant to family and relationships, including adoption and fostering.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781843102458
Pages
288
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published
2006
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Psychology

Subjects

PsychologyDevelopmentalChildFamily & RelationshipsAdoption & FosteringDevelopmental PsychologyAttachment Disorder in ChildrenAttachment BehaviorAttachment Behavior in ChildrenObject AttachmentParent-Child RelationsParentingReactive Attachment Disorder