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Dr. Sue Johnson: Attunement, Attachment and the Development of Emotionally Focused Therapy

Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

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Breaking the Pursue-Withdraw Cycle in Relationships

This chapter discusses the classic pattern of pursuit and withdrawal in distressed relationships, where one person feels neglected and angry while the other becomes distant. It emphasizes the importance of validation and empathy in helping couples break free from this destructive dance.

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