Road Home, The

Synopsis: The importance of attachment for very young children, and the effects when it is lacking. The film, shot in a children’s home in Russia, demonstrates the importance of one to one attachment for the emotional development of babies and young children. There are many examples of the results of the lack of attachment, which in spite of the best efforts of the staff in the home, they are powerless to provide. One little girl tries hard to gain attention, but finally gives up and becomes docile and apathetic, not speaking or responding. Others show obvious distress. In particular the film follows Tanya, a single mother, and her little son Vanya, and her efforts to find somewhere where they could live together.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 2005
Subjects: Social welfare
Keywords: child care; child development; emotional development; children’s homes

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