Kids with an anxious attachment can be clingy, sensitive, and have low-esteem. Anxious attachment requires healing—parents should encourage independence and emotional regulation. If anxious attachment ...

Ever wonder why some people seem to crave constant reassurance in relationships while others bolt at the first sign of commitment? You might think it’s just a personality quirk or the result of “bad ...

Here are five clear lessons about closeness, distance, fear, repair and growth, the five crucial building blocks of ...

We are hardwired to need people, and there is nothing wrong with that. For example, you might lean on or need your partner or spouse more during challenging times in your life. Sometimes, our ...

One of the challenges of being human is to achieve a balance between conflicting desires for independence (individuality and freedom) and the desire for intimacy and acceptance by significant others.

Are you anxious, avoidant or secure? What’s rarely discussed is whether people can switch from one camp to another. People wear their “anxious” labels as if they’re fixed for good, but that isn’t ...

A secure attachment helps children feel confident and safe as they explore the world. Children with secure attachment are better at handling emotions and developing strong friendships. Building a ...