-An accessible, succinct guide to this central theory offers a short introduction to key thinkers and misconceptions in attachment, and how it informs children’s development and adult relationships. - Attachment theory has become hugely popular but is often misunderstood and misinterpreted. This book, written in non-academic language, explains basic theory and core tenets as well as important developments and critical questions, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of readers. -Covers key topics for professionals and care-givers including the consequences of different parenting behaviours, or different types of evidence-based parenting interventions.

-An accessible, succinct guide to this central theory offers a short introduction to key thinkers and misconceptions in attachment, and how it informs children’s development and adult relationships. - Attachment theory has become hugely popular but is often misunderstood and misinterpreted. This book, written in non-academic language, explains basic theory and core tenets as well as important developments and critical questions, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of readers. -Covers key topics for professionals and care-givers including the consequences of different parenting behaviours, or different types of evidence-based parenting interventions.

Synthesizing diverse strands of theory and research, this compelling book explores the psychology of religion and spirituality through an innovative attachment lens. Pehr Granqvist examines the connections between early caregiving experiences, attachment patterns, and individual differences in religious cognition, experience, and behavior. The function of a deity as an attachment figure is analyzed, as are ways in which attachment facilitates the intergenerational transmission of religion. The book also shows how the attachment perspective can aid in understanding mystical experiences, connections between religion and mental health, and cultural differences between more and less religious societies. Granqvist's conversational writing style, concrete examples, and references to popular culture render complex concepts accessible.