According to some estimates, more than 100 million children around the world experience separations from their caregiver every year. Previous research—much of it derived from the long-running Bucharest Early Intervention Project (BEIP), which followed Romanian orphans from infancy to age 22—suggests that caregiver disruptions like separations or changes in placement can have a host of detrimental effects. These include cognitive delays, stunted growth, and an increased risk of psychological disorders.
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