# data[].attributes.body
Students well-being and ability to function is largely determined by the relationships they have with caregivers. Attachment theory takes these principles and encourages teachers to develop strong relationships with their students as the primary means to bring functionality to the classroom.

# data[].attributes.body
Teachers need to be united with other teachers, faculty and their classroom for support. Teachers must have a sense of community just like their classrooms.

# data[].attributes.body
Help students to develop a positive self concept by assuming the best of themselves and others. Know they want to be successful and help them they believe they are in control and can do it.

# data[].attributes.body
Teachers need to trust their own best self. Mistakes are going to happen and that is okay. Accept your mistakes as opportunities to learn and grow.

# data[].attributes.body
Social and emotional skills take explicit teaching. The use of scaffolding is important to support and build up students.

# data[].attributes.body
Mistakes and misbehaviors are an opportunity to teach lessons on how to be successful. For children with attachment issues, authority needs to be fair, firm, and caring.

# data[].attributes.body
We can develop a community out of shared history, shared goals, and values. Role-modeling by the teacher is important.

# data[].attributes.body
Each student has a gift which can contribute to others as well as the whole classroom. A classroom that feels safe is a community of friends. Children will need guidance and encouragement to develop healthy social skills.

# data[].attributes.body
Children have difficulty believing you care. Developing a trusting, respectful teacher-student relationship is a critical first step.