A secure attachment is understood as a close, trusting relationship in which each person experiences fulfillment of legitimate dependency needs for contact / comfort and acceptance / safety. (fidlerassociates.com)
In fact, trauma research clearly shows that adults are far more resilient when they have had all their early - life dependency needs met. (unicef.org.uk)
Ensure safe and stable family - based living arrangements for all youth with dependency needs. (cebc4cw.org)