The Intersection of Attachment Styles and Mental Health in Romantic and Platonic Relationships

Our emotional health is greatly influenced by human interactions, whether they are romantic or platonic. Attachment style, which has its roots in attachment theory and was first created by psychologist John Bowlby and then expanded by Mary Ainsworth, is a significant component shaping these partnerships. Generally classified as secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized, attachment styles…