The Dance of Disconnection: Parenting Dynamics

This chapter examines the emotional intricacies of attachment and disconnection between mothers and their infants through a role-playing study. It emphasizes how temporary disconnections can lead to important learning and resilience for the child, challenging the notion of parental perfectionism. By highlighting the natural ups and downs in parent-child interactions, it underscores the significance of repairing these bonds for fostering healthy emotional relationships.