Reactive Attachment Disorder Questionnaire

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Your Role (caseworker, foster child, parent, GAL, Probation Oficer, etc.):

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1) Some causes are:

I) Abuse/Neglect in the first three years of life
II) Multiple primary caregivers
III) Separation from birth mother due to hospitalization, incubator, etc.
IV) Many placements in the foster care system
V) Unresolved pain - ear infections, colic, etc.
VI) In-utero or post-natal alcohol/drug use

All of the above.
I, II, IV, VI only.
IV, V, VI only.
IV, II, III only.

2) Some symptoms are:

I) Superficially charming and engaging, particularly around strangers or those who they feel they can manipulate
II) Indiscriminate affection, often to strangers; but not affectionate on parent’s terms
III) Problems making eye contact, except when angry or lying
IV) A severe need to control everything and everyone; worsens as the child gets older
V) Hypervigilant
VI) Hyperactive, yet lazy in performing tasks
VII) Argumentative, often over silly or insignificant things

I, IV only.
I, II, IV VII only.
All of the above
None of the above.

3)RAD: Frozen Conclusions

I) I must be bad or evil to deserve such treatment
II) It is not safe to trust adults or those in authority
III) The only way I can survive is to be in control

I, II only.
I, II, III only.
None of the above

4) RAD: Types of Attachment

I) Secure
II) Avoidant
III)Resistant
IV)Organized

I, II, IV only.
IV only.
I, II, III only.
All of the above.

5) Reactive Attachment Disorder Coping Strategies:

1. In many instances, there was no way of knowing that your child has an attachment disorder. Most bonding issues do not completely surface, until the child has been in the same home setting for a while. These children are highly skilled at charming facades. It's when intimacy and trust are expected that they begin to crumble.

2. No matter how insulting the child can be, how many times they say they hate you, wish you were dead, etc., you must rise above it. It can be very tiresome, but remember, we are the adults in this scenario. It is vital for us to set a loving example with firm limits. By reacting to negativity, we are reinforcing negative behaviors.

3. When you are parenting a RAD child, it is extremely easy to fall into the pattern of self-doubt. Parenting a child day after day who consistently fights you every step of the way can be one of the most discouraging times a parent will ever face.

4. Avoid power struggles with your child. Walk away whenever possible. Attempting to redirect the child can be very helpful for both of you. When violent behaviors are present, seek immediate professional help.

All of the above.
None of the above.
1 and 3 only.
All but 4.


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