In this episode of the psychology podcast, Kimberley explores how avoidant attachment shows up in relationships, and how to manage it, with her guest clinical psychologist Dr Fatoumata Jatta.

Undeniably, the reality of avoidance (i.e., avoidant attachment) hurts people and spreads their fear to everyone who tries to ...

Your romantic life couldn't be better. You and your partner can't stop texting, going on dates, gushing about each other so much that your friends want to muzzle you. Then, it happens. They abruptly ...

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 ...

We all want an easy love, or at least one that doesn’t make us panic, bolt, or force us to become a detective. Of course, ...

Some couples can’t get enough — or too much — of each other. Here’s why, according to the anxious–avoidant push-pull of attachment science in relationships.

Clear communication, authenticity, and professional guidance are some ways to strengthen your relationship with someone who has avoidant personality disorder. Avoidant personality disorder (AVPD) is a ...

Hiding your problems under the bed and denying their existence isn't the solution. Here are three better ways to cope. Are you one of those people who can get lost for hours in books or TV series, ...

I probably don’t need to tell you about attachment theory, but I’m going to tell you about it anyway. The concept that there are different attachment styles that psychologists have used to explain how ...

Attachment is how we create close bonds with each other. But some people have unhealthy attachment styles, usually because of a past trauma in childhood or a previous relationship. These people may be ...

Learn how to recognize ARFID signs, such as fear or sensory issues around food. See how empowered families can support ...