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"A groundbreaking book that redefines what it means to be in a relationship."--John Gray, PhD., bestselling author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from VenusWe already rely on science to tell us what to eat, when to exercise, and how long to sleep. Why not use science to help us improve our relationships? In this revolutionary book, psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel Heller scientifically explain why why some people seem to navigate relationships effortlessly, while others struggle.

Discover how an understanding of adult attachment—the most advanced relationship science in existence today—can help us find and sustain love. Pioneered by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s, the field of attachment posits that each of us behaves in relationships in one of three distinct ways:

   • Anxious people are often preoccupied with their relationships and tend to worry about their partner's ability to love them back    • Avoidant people equate intimacy with a loss of independence and constantly try to minimize closeness.    • Secure people feel comfortable with intimacy and are usually warm and loving.

 

Attached guides readers in determining what attachment style they and their mate (or potential mate) follow, offering a road map for building stronger, more fulfilling connections with the people they love.

In his groundbreaking book, "Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love", Amir Levine explores the fascinating world of adult attachment. Drawing upon the latest research in psychology, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology, Levine argues that our early childhood experiences with our primary caregivers shape our attachment style, which in turn influences our relationships as adults.

Levine identifies three main attachment styles: secure, anxious, and avoidant. Securely attached individuals are comfortable with intimacy and trust, while anxious individuals are fearful of abandonment and rejection. Avoidant individuals, on the other hand, are uncomfortable with closeness and intimacy.

Levine explains how our attachment style can impact our relationships in a number of ways. For example, securely attached individuals are more likely to have healthy, long-lasting relationships, while anxious individuals are more likely to experience relationship problems and infidelity. Avoidant individuals may find it difficult to commit to a relationship or may sabotage their relationships through their behavior.

Levine also offers practical advice for readers who want to improve their attachment style and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, communication, and empathy. He also discusses the role that therapy can play in helping people to change their attachment style.

"Attached" is a groundbreaking book that provides a new understanding of adult attachment and its impact on our relationships. Levine's insights are essential for anyone who wants to build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.