Psychology In Seattle Podcast Debunking Attachment Myths #1
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Oct 31, 2025 Explore the nuances of attachment theory as myths are debunked. Delve into the concept of disorganized attachment in children and its complexities. Discover how it contrasts with other attachment styles and whether it truly is a fourth style. Learn why terminology varies among researchers and the challenges of measuring adult attachment compared to childhood. Gain insights into how disorganized attachment in childhood manifests in adulthood, and understand the idea that attachment patterns are neither good nor bad, but rather adaptive responses.
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What Disorganized Attachment Means
- Disorganized attachment describes children’s conflict and confusion toward caregivers when distressed.
- It reflects a state of fright without solution, often from frightening or frightened caregiver behavior.
Disorganized Is Not Just 'Extreme' Insecurity
- Disorganized attachment is not simply an extreme anxious or avoidant style.
- It lacks an organized strategy and therefore differs qualitatively from other insecure patterns.
Many Labels, Same Core Phenomenon
- Researchers and clinicians use many labels (fearful, unresolved, disoriented) for similar phenomena.
- Terminology differs, but the core observation about disorganization remains consistent across sources.