Similarities between partners may lessen negative impact of attachment insecurity in couples

The coronavirus crisis has put a strain on many relationships and marriages. Almost one out of every three couples already reported serious relationship issues before the crisis. Attachment insecurity is a threat to relationships. However, the negative impact of this may be lessened if partners show similar traits in this respect and demonstrate similar levels of clinging or avoidance behaviour. This is the outcome of research conducted by UvA clinical psychologist Henk Jan Conradi and his colleagues. The team studied a representative sample of more than 1,000 Dutch couples. A satisfying relationship benefits one's emotional and physical well-being.