Disorganized Attachment in Parenting: Breaking the Cycle for the Next Generation

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:02:59 +0000

Disorganized attachment is one of the most complex and misunderstood relational patterns that can show up in parenting. It often traces back to unresolved trauma, unpredictable caregiving, or emotional chaos in a parent’s early life. When a child doesn't know whether their caregiver will be nurturing or frightening, the result is a profound sense of confusion and inner conflict. That child grows into a parent, often carrying deep-rooted fears and inconsistent behaviors, unknowingly passing them down. The cycle continues—unless there's a conscious effort to interrupt it.