Bonding is an interpersonal relationship between the child and his/her caregiver(s). This could be any person close to the child as he/she seeks to fulfil own needs.

Bonding is an attachment built on affection and trust. The child makes assumptions about the friendliness and security of the unknown world based on the strength of this attachment.

An insecure attachment projects distrust in the world. So, it is important to be responsive to children and as they grow up, and to show them the way in the neighbourhood, the school, and their larger communities.

Once secure in their environments, children will internalise the feeling and will approach unknown situations with positive attitudes. This is highly needed as many systems change very rapidly around us and in the world. Children will learn how to take risks and how to be resilient.

For more information, check this resource by Wikipedia.