TAMPA (BLOOM) There are two interesting phenomena happening in the United States, a so-called loneliness epidemic and what’s being called a “friendship deficit.” This refers to the idea that some ...

Recent psychological research has transformed our understanding of human relationships, revealing how early childhood experiences shape our ability to form and maintain meaningful connections ...

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Attachment theory sounds like a complicated concept, but when you're a parent it can sometimes boil down to a crying, clinging child who does not want to be separated from you. Put simply, attachment ...

An attachment style is not a life sentence, it is simply a model through which to understand your relationship dynamics. And it is subject to change. A 2023 review article published in Social and ...

The rise of therapy-speak has paved the way for attachment styles to become a mainstay in daily conversation, which isn’t a bad thing. Your attachment style is like your personal emotional ...

Ever wonder why some people seem to crave constant reassurance in relationships while others bolt at the first sign of commitment? You might think it’s just a personality quirk or the result of “bad ...

Attachment styles and their roles in our relationships have become widely discussed in psychological research and personal growth journeys. This growing interest makes perfect sense: How we attach to ...

Everything relational ultimately comes down to attachment style — even the way you use your phone. If you've learned anything about attachment theory, you know that the four attachment styles have ...