Key points

Attachment anxiety refers to worries that one is unlovable, fears of abandonment, and a desire for closeness

Attachment avoidance refers to concerns that others are inherently untrustworthy and unsafe

Attachment security is characterized by low levels of anxiety and avoidance

Minority stress may contribute to the development of attachment anxiety and avoidance

Many of my posts focus on research studies that have examined how relationship quality is associated with health in LGBTQ+ couples. Although the facets of relationship quality assessed vary somewhat, most studies in some way evaluate how satisfied with, invested in, and/or committed to a relationship someone is. As such, relationship quality is inherently interpersonal. It is how someone thinks and feels about their a

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