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.

Shoshana Hayman

Shoshana Hayman · Feb 4, 2013
Soft Hearts Open the Doors to Learning
Miss Perkins and Prof. Greenberg showed me that warmth, joy, and love make learning come alive. Their care turned school into a place I wanted to be.…Read more
Shoshana Hayman · Feb 28, 2012
The Collecting Dance – The Key to the Heart
Learn about the ancient “collecting dance” that helps parents and caregivers connect with children, nurture attachment, and create the trust needed f…Read more
Shoshana Hayman · Oct 21, 2011
Understanding Anxiety in Young Children
When my granddaughter froze at a swarm of ants, I learned how alarm works in children—and how attachment helps them face fear and feel safe. Read more
Shoshana Hayman · Jul 15, 2011
Summer Vacation – Freedom From or Freedom To?
Discover how summer vacation can nurture children’s individuality, creativity, and attachment through rest, play, and unstructured time. Read more
Shoshana Hayman · Apr 10, 2011
“And Thou Shall Teach Thy Children….” Linking the Generations Together Through Centuries
The Passover Seder shows how traditions nurture attachment across generations. In a warm, loving atmosphere, children learn values, faith, and curios…Read more