If you possess a secure attachment style, you are likely able to:
- Trust others with ease.
- Communicate openly and effectively.
- Manage and regulate your emotions well.
- Feel comfortable spending time alone.
- Easily form and maintain connections with others.
- Handle conflicts in a constructive and healthy manner.
- Be emotionally available to those you care about.
Five domains of secure attachment style
| Emotional regulation | Secure attachment helps children learn to manage their emotions, crucial for handling stress and resolving conflicts |
| Self-esteem and confidence | Children with secure attachment tend to have higher self-confidence and self-esteem, impacting their success in life. |
| Cognitive development | It supports cognitive growth, enhancing learning and problem-solving abilities, leading to better academic performance. |
| Protection against risky behaviors | Secure attachment reduces the likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors, such as addiction or delinquency. |
| Healthy adult relationships | It lays the foundation for stable, healthy, and long-lasting relationships in adulthood. |
