TY - JOUR PY - 2006// TI - Clarifying core characteristics of attachment disorders: a review of current research and theory JO - American journal of orthopsychiatry A1 - Zilberstein, Karen SP - 55 EP - 64 VL - 76 IS - 1 N2 - Reactive attachment disorder is a relatively new diagnosis that is not well studied. Conflicting ideas about its etiology and presentation pervade the theoretical, research, clinical, and popular literature. Clarifying core characteristics of this disorder and distinguishing them from comorbid conditions are critical for improved diagnosis and treatment of children with attachment problems.

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LA - en SN - 0002-9432 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0002-9432.76.1.55 ID - ref1 ER -