Reactive attachment disorder in adults is highly treatable with the right therapy. In therapy, the individual has to come to terms with their childhood and understand that none of what occurred was their fault. They must acknowledge how much that childhood trauma has negatively impacted them as an adult. Individual counseling can focus on repairing broken family bonds and learning to create new healthy relationships. If a person wants to confront and restore their family relationships, they can also enroll in family therapy.
Individuals with RAD are at greater risk for substance abuse or addiction. This means they may need to seek treatment for a co-occurring disorder. Although this can complicate matters as there are two challenges to overcome, it’s vital to address both. It may even be beneficial to choose a treatment program that lets them focus on both conditions simultaneously.