Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships 009 - Fundamentals: Attachment Theory and Polyamory
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Aug 2, 2015 AI Snips
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Attachment Theory Basics
- Humans' primary survival strategy as babies is emotional bonding with a caretaker.
- Early attachment experiences form blueprints replicated in romantic relationships.
Child Attachment Styles
- Securely attached children explore freely, show distress upon separation, and find comfort upon reunion.
- Insecurely attached children exhibit avoidance, clinginess, or disorganized behavior.
Adult Attachment Styles
- Avoidant adults maintain emotional distance, showing vulnerability.
- Anxious-preoccupied adults fixate on their partners, experiencing heightened anxiety and sensitivity.