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Secure Attachment Style

Evidence-informed definition Updated June 18, 2025 How to cite this entry

Secure attachment style is characterized by low anxiety and low avoidance. It develops when caregivers provide consistent warmth, safety, and responsiveness, enabling the child to form trust and effective self-soothing abilities.

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