How Childhood Trauma Affects Relational Attachment Children who form attachment relationships can begin to trust others, control their emotions, and relate to the world. They can perceive the world as safe and understand their importance as individuals. If these relationships are out of balance, the child may realize that he cannot depend on others to help him. In a scenario where a guardian abuses a child, the child may see the world as a bad place. Most children who have been abused may have difficulty forming a strong attachment bond with their parent. Research has found that children who lack healthy attachments have been found to be more vulnerable to stress. They may have trouble expressing and giving voice to their emotions. Some children can change their personality causing them to react violently to circumstances. Our potential to develop healthy, supportive relationships with peers and others may depend on developing these relationships with our families. A child who has experienced trauma in the past may have trouble forming friendships and forming relationships. Traumatic experiences can persist throughout childhood when a child is sexually abused by family members. An attachment can affect a child's ability to feel calm and comfortable. Individuals who have experienced relationship abuse may have difficulty trusting and having a secure attachment with others. Some individuals may have difficulty feeling comfortable around others, the reason for this may be due to previous traumatic events in their life. A child may seek security through a strong relational bond with a parent. The child's bond with the guardian can be secure or insecure. A series...... half of a sheet ......ries and flashbacks. The constant reminder of the trauma can make it difficult for the child to concentrate. If the child has been a victim of violence and has experienced violence, this can make it more difficult for them to control their behavior and cause them to express a lot of anger. The child may become overly dependent on family members and close friends. A successful intimate relationship must have a support network in trying to manage PTSD. If a child expresses their feelings and is able to open up about the violence they have experienced, an attachment relationship benefits by reducing isolation and helping them feel supported. Early intervention is the key to overcoming trauma. The types of help for children are: A therapist and a child psychologist. A support network for managing post-traumatic stress disorder. The child must be able to express his feelings and open up to others..