Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is a mental health disorder that results when a child’s needs for affection, nurturing, and comfort are not consistently met. This disruption in early bonding can begin as early as the prenatal stage—such as in cases of an unwanted pregnancy—and continues through infancy and early childhood when emotional needs go unmet. As a result, teens with RAD often struggle to form healthy social relationships, particularly those who have experienced inconsistent or abusive care, including many adopted and foster children.
Types of RAD:
Inhibited RAD: A failure to initiate or respond appropriately in social settings. These teens avoid forming relationships and attachments.
Disinhibited RAD: Excessive sociability and attention-seeking behaviors toward strangers. These teens often show inappropriate or anxious behavior.
At Triumph Youth Services, we offer a small, structured family-like environment designed to help teens with RAD develop healthier interpersonal relationships. Our Life Skills Group program teaches students appropriate responses to social situations and integrates positive behaviors in group settings. This approach fosters personal growth and better interaction with others.
We also employ Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a proven method for helping teens with RAD recognize and regulate emotions, build social skills, and improve relationships with family and peers.
Our trained staff members serve as mentors, holding teens accountable for their actions and helping them recognize appropriate behaviors. With proper supervision and guidance, teens with RAD can make significant progress in developing stable relationships.
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