The American Journal of Managed Care (11/11, Steinzor) reports a study found that “although relationship quality between children and carers improved over 2.5 years, it did not directly predict later emotional or behavioral outcomes.” Researchers observed that over a 2.5-year period, mean (SD) Parent-Infant Relationship Global Assessment Scale (PIR-GAS) “scores increased from 66.12 (17.09) at baseline to 79.67 (16.52) at follow-up, indicating a shift toward more positive and secure relationships.” The findings “highlight the need for targeted interventions to support care-experienced children’s long-term mental health, as early caregiver-child relationships play a crucial role in shaping emotional and behavioral development.” The study was published in European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
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— “Stronger Carer-Child Bonds Don’t Predict Later Mental Health,”Pearl Steinzor, The American Journal of Managed Care , November 11, 2025