Much like the life of its protagonist, the latest novel by La Jolla writer Stephen Metcalfe has undergone a series of changes since its inception. “Attachment Patterns,” released April 28, was started ...

One of the most fascinating things about working in psychology is the chance to explore the invisible forces that shape our lives. Many of us move through each day operating as a bit of a mystery to ...

It could be negatively impacting your relationships. When we form a relationship with a partner, family member or close friend, inevitably, we bring our emotional baggage along too. And there’s ...

You think it’s just about texting habits or how often you like to cuddle—but underneath all of that is something deeper. The way you attach, the way you love, the way you expect to be loved—it’s all ...

Recent psychological research has transformed our understanding of human relationships, revealing how early childhood experiences shape our ability to form and maintain meaningful connections ...

Simply put, a securely attached adult is comfortable with intimacy and readily works to repair relationship issues. Anxiously ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Attachment styles play a crucial role in shaping our intimate relationships. They are deeply rooted in our early experiences and can significantly influence how we perceive, ...

In the modern quest for meaningful relationships, many turn to psychological frameworks to understand themselves and their partners. Among these frameworks, attachment theory has gained significant ...

More than a feeling, attachment is an interpersonal regulatory system, one that keeps us calm and safe when it's operating well. For instance, someone gets a distressing phone call, they turn to their ...