Attachment Styles
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Effect of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Adult Attachment Styles and Help Seeking Behaviour Among Youth
Abstract: Psychological development is deeply influenced by early environments, where personal experiences, cultural norms, and structural factors intersect. Beyond individual adversity, societal conditions shape cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, ultimately influencing attachment patterns and help-seeking behaviour in adulthood. The current study explores the influence of adverse childhood experiences on adult attachment styles and help-seeking behaviour among youth. 140 participants (70= males, 70= females) aged 18-25 years were involved in the study. …
Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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The Effect of Attachment Styles on Emotional Regulation Impacting Relationship Satisfaction: An Exploratory Case Study Design
Abstract: This study explores the impact of early attachment experiences, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics among six participants through a qualitative case study approach. Using thematic and narrative analyses, the research identifies key patterns in emotional suppression, fear of abandonment, trust issues, and self-awareness. Participants' narratives reveal how childhood experiences with caregivers influenced their emotional regulation strategies and attachment styles in adulthood. Findings indicate that those with secure emotional upbringings exhibited …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article