Bowlby's ideas revolutionised understanding of child-caregiver bonds, but how do they continue to influence early years ...

"They fuck you up, your mum and dad. They may not mean to, but they do. They fill you with the faults they had. And add some extra, just for you." These are the words of poet Philip Larkin, penned in ...

Attachment theory is almost everywhere. In magazines and books, in the news, on social media and in our conversations with each other. Originally rooted in developmental psychology, the theory ...

When people compare Asian parenting styles with Western styles of parenting, they may erroneously think it’s one simply of culture. While culture plays a significant role, one must look deeper by ...

Attachment theory is often discussed in the context of romantic relationships, but psychologists have long argued that attachment patterns shape far more than intimacy. The same emotional templates ...

Having a better understanding of the four main attachment styles will help shed light on who you’re most compatible with — and could lead to you finally finding the right person for you. In this ...

Children who experience disorganized attachment often fear their caregivers, but crave their attention. If you think your ...