Psychologist explains anxious and avoidant attachment styles and their impact on relationships

Psychologist Matteo Merigo explains attachment styles, noting that anxious and avoidant types are common and can create complex relationship dynamics. Approximately 20% of adults have an avoidant attachment style, and 15% have an anxious style, often stemming from childhood relationships with caregivers. These patterns influence adult emotional regulation and intimacy. While attachment styles are rooted in early experiences, they are not fixed and can evolve through life experiences, significant relationships, and personal work.