Ainsworth: A Secure Attachment Analysis

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Ainsworth’s descriptions of attachment were found to be related to relationship development. Specifically, adults with avoidant tendencies tend to be relatively uninterested in romantic relationships, have a higher breakup rate than secure adults (Shaver & Brennan, 1992), and grieve less after a breakup (Simpson, 1990). Anxious adults are obsessed with their romantic partners and form extreme jealousy (Collins, 1996; Hazan & Shaver, 1987). Relationships with a partner who has an anxious attachment have a higher rate for breakups as well. However, those with a secure attachment style are highly invested in their relationships and tend to have long, stable ones that involve friendship, trust, and positivity (Hazan & Shaver,

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