Editorials by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and the faculty

Our editorials offer insights from Dr. Gordon Neufeld and faculty, applying attachment-based developmental science to the pressing issues of our time. These writings help parents, educators, and professionals navigate complex topics with clarity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of human development.

Pamela Whyte

Pamela Whyte · Dec 11, 2012
I was smart and good. I was dumb and bad.
From Miss Neronovich’s warmth to Mrs. Tiller’s care, and the harshness in between, my early school years taught me how teachers shape who we believe …Read more
Pamela Whyte · May 11, 2011
And It Was So Beautiful
When my daughter broke down over a feather, I saw how tears helped her release frustration and soften again. Sadness became the path to healing. Read more
Pamela Whyte · Apr 2, 2011
What a Child Needs is Love
A preschool teacher from Zaire observed differences in Canadian childcare, highlighting that while independence is emphasized here, children’s deepes…Read more
Pamela Whyte · Mar 11, 2011
Attachment Hunger
Children need secure relationships as much as food and shelter. When attachment needs go unmet, they show restlessness, clinginess, and insecurity—si…Read more
Pamela Whyte · Nov 23, 2010
Keeping the End in Sight
Parenting isn’t about quick fixes like time-outs or consequences. Long-term growth depends on preserving connection, nurturing caring hearts, and gui…Read more