Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) - Signs to Notice so that You Get Help
We don't claim to be experts on anything like RAD, but we can say, if you have a concern, get support now from those who DO know. Lots of people live happily after RAD. Don't give up, GET HELP!

SOME SYMPTOMS OF RAD
* Superficially engaging and "charming" behavior
* Indiscriminate affection toward strangers
* Lack of affection with parents on their terms (not cuddly)
* Little eye contact with parents, on normal terms
* Persistent nonsense questions and incessant chatter
* Lying about the obvious (crazy lying)
* Stealing
* Destructive behavior to self, others, and material things (accident prone)

More Symptoms of RAD (from Adopting the Hurt Child - visit our booklist)
* Abnormal eating patterns
* No impulse controls (frequently acts hyperactive)
* Lags in learning
* Abnormal speech patterns
* Poor peer relationships
* Lack of cause-and-effect thinking
* Lack of conscience
* Cruelty to animals
* Preoccupation with fire

RAD SUPPORT GROUP RESOURCES   Don't give up, GET HELP!
ATTACh (the Association for Treatment and Training in the Attachment of Children)
An international coalition of professionals and families dedicated to helping those with attachment difficulties by sharing our knowledge, talents and resources. http://www.attach.org/

Attachment Disorder Network
Supporting families affected by AD and providing information, education and support to the parents and others who live and work with these children. http://www.radzebra.org/

Don't give up, GET HELP!