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If a parent states that one or more of these statements describes their child, the child may be exhibiting signs of an insecure attachment; consider this a red flag if:

Age

Risk Factors from a parent’s perspective

Problem signs … if a child is experiencing any one of the following, consider this a red flag:

18 months – 3 years

  • Is not beginning to develop some independence
  • Seems angry or ignores you after you have been apart

3 – 4 years

  • Easily goes with a stranger
  • Is too passive or clingy with you

If there are concerns, advise parent to contact Infant Development program at 371-4140 when child is under 36 months. For children who are 36 months and older contact the area Public Health Nurse at 851-7300.