Author(s)

Jingyi Shen ¹, Liza Igoshina ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Department of Psychology, University of Toronro, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Corresponding Author

Jingyi Shen

ABSTRACT

This essay explores the impact of attachment styles—secure, anxious, and avoidant—on trust in romantic relationships. By examining how early caregiver interactions shape attachment styles, the essay delves into how these styles influence relationship dynamics, particularly trust. It also analyzes the challenges presented by anxious and avoidant attachment in fostering intimacy and emotional connection. Lastly, strategies for evolving toward secure attachment are proposed to enhance trust and relationship satisfaction. Through this exploration, the essay sheds light on the complex interplay between attachment styles and trust in romantic connections.

KEYWORDS

Attachment styles, trust issues, romantic relationships, anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, emotional bonds, intimacy, caregiver interaction

CITE THIS PAPER

Jingyi Shen, Liza Igoshina, Examining Trust Issues in Romantic Relationships: The Interplay between Anxious and Avoidant Attachment Styles. Applied & Educational Psychology (2024) Vol. 5: 105-109. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/appep.2024.050616.

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