Attention-seeking behaviour in school-age children is often addressed in one of two ways: by ignoring it, or administering ‘consequences’. Both will fail, argues child trauma specialist Dr Christina Reese, because they overlook the basic underlying need for connection and support. Ahead of a discussion and Q&A on September 10, and a full webcast training on September 18 (which will focus on families), she explains how the concept of attachment trauma – which she believes to be on the rise – can help us understand and respond to these behaviours.