Understanding Attachment Theory: A Framework for Relationships and Emotional Health
Attachment theory, first introduced by British psychologist John Bowlby in the mid-20th century, provides a framework for understanding how early life experiences with caregivers shape our emotional bonds and relationships throughout life. Later expanded by Mary Ainsworth through her “Strange Situation” experiments, this theory categorizes attachment into four main types: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant … Read more
