Secure Love

Summary

“Secure Love” explores the intricate interplay between attachment styles and romantic satisfaction, a relationship dynamic rooted deeply in our earliest connections with caregivers. Delving into the latest research on love and attachment theory, this book offers a compelling examination of how early attachment patterns shape adult romantic relationships.

Through an accessible exploration of historical and contemporary studies, “Secure Love” unveils how the six “critical” areas of romantic relationships can predict attachment styles that often influence a couple’s happiness. By understanding these patterns, readers can learn to navigate the complexities of their attachment styles and enhance their capacity to form meaningful, fulfilling bonds.

Each chapter of “Secure Love” builds on this foundation: first, it outlines the attachment theory and how it interrelates with love’s capacity, and then it presents research findings on adult attachment styles and their impacts on couple satisfaction.