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Anxious Attachment

Bond Anxious

Attachment Styles

Bond Anxious

Quick definition

Fears rejection and abandonment in relationships.

Average user score

49

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Description

Anxious attachment is a fear of rejection and abandonment in relationships. It stems from inconsistent expressions of love from caregivers in early childhood. High scorers were likely subject to highs and lows of inconsistent love, which created in them confusion, uncertainty, and low self-esteem. In adult relationships this manifests as a fear of rejection and abandonment.

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Unhealthy Adaptations

High scorers have a pertinent fear of rejection and abandonment. They may become desperate, clingy, or possessive in relationships. They are sensitive to their partners needs’, and often prioritize them over their own.