All In The Mind What we get wrong about attachment styles
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Aug 31, 2024 Gerry Karancis, a renowned psychology professor specializing in attachment theory, and Zoe Hazelwood, an expert in clinical psychology, dive deep into the misconceptions surrounding attachment styles. They discuss how social media oversimplifies these complex concepts, often leading to feelings of unworthiness. Listeners learn about the historical roots of attachment theory, the variability of attachment styles, and the potential for personal growth through self-awareness. Their insights encourage fostering healthier relationships by focusing on communication rather than buzzwords.
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Early Attachment Styles
- Early attachment styles are established in childhood through interactions with caregivers.
- These styles, identified by Ainsworth's Strange Situation experiment, include secure, anxious, and avoidant.
Ainsworth Strange Situation
- The Ainsworth Strange Situation experiment observed baby reactions to separation and reunion with their mothers.
- Researchers observed three primary attachment patterns: secure, anxious, and avoidant.
Anxious Attachment & Caregiving
- Anxious attachment in children is linked to inconsistent or inept caregiving.
- This can lead to children feeling frustrated or angry upon reunion with their caregivers.
