Dismissive Or Avoidant Attachment Style
- Many people find it uncomfortable to trust the other person or to get too emotionally close.
- They are self-sufficient and do not need emotional intimacy.
- They quickly pull away and ‘go in a cave’ when rejected or hurt.
- Having negligent or abusive parents is associated with people having this style, and they often suppress their internal need for love and care.
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