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Attachment Expressions in Conflict: How the Four Styles Unfold During Arguments

Conflict is inevitable in intimate relationships. Yet few realize that our 'argument styles' are largely orchestrated by our attachment patterns. Two people may argue over the sam…

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Conflict is inevitable in intimate relationships. Yet few realize that our 'argument styles' are largely orchestrated by our attachment patterns. Two people may argue over the same issue, such as chore distribution, but what they are truly arguing about is often not 'who washes the dishes,' but deeper attachment concerns: Do I feel valued? Do you need me…

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Conflict is inevitable in intimate relationships. Yet few realize that our 'argument styles' are largely orchestrated by our attachment patterns. Two people may argue over the same issue, such as chore distribution, but what they are truly arguing about is often not 'who washes the dishes,' but deeper attachment concerns: Do I feel valued? Do you need me…

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