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Feeling insecure in relationships may predispose people to later health problems

People who feel insecure about their attachments to others might be at higher risk for cardiovascular problems than those who feel secure in their relationships, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association. Participants rated themselves on three attachment styles – secure, avoidant, and anxious. Secure attachment refers to feeling able to…

SHAME AND COUPLES

Feelings of shame, or the attempts to avoid such feelings, are at the root of all relationship discord. Furthermore, the painful experience of shame is so unbearable that it is often bypassed or repressed. This results in one or both members of the couple withdrawing, blaming, criticizing, rejecting or being dismissive towards the other.