A Multicultural Application of Attachment Theory with Immigrant Families: Contextual and Developmental Adaptations

This article explores attachment theory from a multicultural perspective to highlight adaptive considerations for immigrant families. The specific considerations of the theory reviewed are (1) attachment sensitivity based on social and cultural context and (2) the effect of maturation on families’ d...

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Published inContemporary family therapy Vol. 35; no. 3; pp. 508 - 515
Main Authors Mirecki, Rachel M., Chou, Jessica L.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Boston Springer US 01.09.2013
Subjects
Adaptation
Attachment
Attachment theory
Behavioral Science and Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Cultural aspects
Cultural Pluralism
Family
Immigrants
Multicultural perspectives
Original Paper
Psychology
Psychotherapy
Social Work
Sociocultural Factors
Sociology
Therapists
United States of America
Attachment theory
Multicultural issues
Immigrant families
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Summary:This article explores attachment theory from a multicultural perspective to highlight adaptive considerations for immigrant families. The specific considerations of the theory reviewed are (1) attachment sensitivity based on social and cultural context and (2) the effect of maturation on families’ developmental needs and how this can be integrated within context. A case conceptualization of a Bosnian immigrant family living within the United States will highlight potential variations in the adaptation process. How therapists can support in providing culturally-sensitive applications of attachment theory to promote family relationships will be discussed.
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ISSN:0892-2764
1573-3335
DOI:10.1007/s10591-012-9210-x