The Psychology of your 20s 193. The truth about avoidant attachment ft. Thais Gibson
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May 7, 2024 
Thais Gibson, founder of The Personal Development School and an expert in attachment theory, delves into the intricate world of avoidant attachment styles. She breaks down the two types: dismissive and fearful, revealing how childhood experiences shape these patterns. Thais discusses the societal pressures that affect parent-child attachments and shares insights on healing through self-acceptance and healthy boundaries. Listeners gain valuable strategies for navigating relationships and fostering emotional growth.
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Attachment Theory
- Attachment theory posits that childhood experiences shape how we form intimate bonds.
- Disrupted early relationships can lead to disorganized attachment.
Parentification
- Jemma describes parentification, where children take on parental roles for their own parents.
- She questions which attachment style this contributes to, considering both secure and avoidant possibilities.
Parentification and Avoidance
- Parentification, particularly indirect forms like worrying about a depressed parent, often leads to avoidant attachment.
- This stems from fears of engulfment and being defective, rooted in early enmeshment.