Description
What Is Preoccupied (Anxious) Attachment?
Preoccupied attachment, also known as anxious attachment, often develops in early relationships marked by inconsistency or emotional unpredictability. Adults with this pattern may feel a strong fear of abandonment, heightened sensitivity to perceived rejection, and difficulty maintaining emotional balance in romantic or close connections.
Common signs include:
- Feeling anxious when communication is delayed or vague
- Replaying conversations for reassurance
- Fearing disconnection even during calm moments
- Needing constant affirmation to feel secure
- Struggling with emotional boundaries
What This Workbook Offers
The Preoccupied Attachment Workbook offers a structured, printable format with reflection prompts, targeted exercises, and step-by-step strategies designed to help individuals observe and shift their emotional patterns. It focuses on calming activation, clarifying emotional triggers, and building a stable sense of self not dependent on external reassurance.
Each section is grounded in current attachment research and written in accessible, human-centered language. No prior knowledge of attachment theory is required.
Who This Is For
This workbook is suited for individuals who identify with anxious or preoccupied attachment behaviors, whether in romantic relationships, friendships, or family dynamics. It supports both those actively in relationships and those exploring patterns independently.
