Psychology In Seattle Podcast

Sleep Training and Attachment

Apr 21, 2025
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ADVICE

Avoid Rigid Cry-It-Out Method

  • Avoid the rigid cry-it-out method as it risks emotional harm to infants.
  • Use gradual, flexible methods like the Ferber or fading methods to respect your child's needs.
INSIGHT

Risks of Overly Permissive Parenting

  • Overly permissive parenting creates inconsistency that prolongs children's distress.
  • This inconsistency can cause children to doubt parental love and struggle with independence.
INSIGHT

Harsh Training Causes Emotional Shutdown

  • Overly harsh sleep training floods the child's nervous system with stress hormones, causing long-term harm.
  • Children may stop crying because they give up on trust and emotional connection.
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