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What is Attachment Theory?

Developed by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, Attachment Theory explains that how we were cared for in childhood creates an 'internal model' of how relationships function in adulthood.

It's not about blaming anyone, but about understanding that your brain learned ways to survive and connect. Knowing your style is the first step toward migrating from insecure patterns to a more secure and satisfying attachment.

Secure Attachment

You feel comfortable with intimacy and are confident in your bonds.

Anxious Attachment

You seek a lot of closeness and often fear abandonment or rejection.

Avoidant Attachment

You value independence above all and may fear the loss of autonomy.

Disorganized Attachment

A mix of desire for closeness with intense fear of commitment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can attachment style be changed?

Yes! We call this 'Earned Secure Attachment'. Through self-knowledge, therapy, and healthy relationships, it's possible to become a more secure person.

Can two avoidants work out?

It's difficult, as both tend to pull away. Generally, the most challenging combination is Anxious with Avoidant, creating the 'pursuit-distancing' cycle.

Important Notice

This test is based on academic psychological concepts but has educational purposes. It does not replace a professional clinical evaluation performed by a psychologist or psychiatrist.

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