Which Attachment Style Are You?

Learn More About Attachment Styles

Attachment theory, first developed in psychology to describe infant-caregiver bonds, has become a widely used framework for understanding how adults relate to romantic partners and close relationships.

Secure attachment reflects comfort with both closeness and independence. Anxious-preoccupied attachment reflects a strong need for reassurance and fear of abandonment. Dismissive-avoidant attachment reflects discomfort with emotional closeness and a preference for independence, while fearful-avoidant attachment reflects a conflicted mix of wanting closeness while fearing it.

Understanding your attachment style has become a popular tool in modern relationship psychology, helping people recognize patterns that shape how they connect with partners.

Whichever style matches you, understanding it can be a powerful first step toward healthier relationships.