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The Origins of Attachment Theory and Styles
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02:14 - 23:03 (20:49)

This episode explores the history of attachment theory and styles and how they were influenced by the differing roles parents had with their children during World War II. While attachment styles may seem common sense, understanding their origins can provide deeper insight into the way we relate to others.

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The concept of attachment styles and theory is popular in pop culture, but many misconceptions and misunderstandings surround it.
02:14 - 06:17 (04:03)
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Attachment Theory
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The concept of attachment styles and theory is popular in pop culture, but many misconceptions and misunderstandings surround it. This episode explores the role of attachment styles in relationships and how they manifest in adulthood.

Chapter
The Origins of Attachment Theory and Styles
Episode
38. Healing unhealthy attachment styles
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
Psychologist John Bowlby observed different ways that children relate to their caregivers based on how they were raised during World War II, leading to different outcomes in their relationships with others throughout life.
06:17 - 17:10 (10:52)
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Psychology
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Psychologist John Bowlby observed different ways that children relate to their caregivers based on how they were raised during World War II, leading to different outcomes in their relationships with others throughout life.

Chapter
The Origins of Attachment Theory and Styles
Episode
38. Healing unhealthy attachment styles
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
There are three main attachment styles in relationships: anxious, avoidant, and secure.
17:10 - 23:03 (05:53)
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Attachment styles
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There are three main attachment styles in relationships: anxious, avoidant, and secure. The secure attachment style is considered healthy and comfortable with openly expressing emotions and having needs met, while the anxious and avoidant attachment styles may come from past trauma and struggle with trust and communication.

Chapter
The Origins of Attachment Theory and Styles
Episode
38. Healing unhealthy attachment styles
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s