The  Role of Attachment Style in Psychological Outcomes Among Emerging Adults: A Systematic Literature Review

Zahirah Fatin Absoulth; Latipun; Hanif Akhtar

doi:10.58526/ezrasciencebulletin.v4i2.627

Authors

Zahirah Fatin Absoulth Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia
Latipun Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia
Hanif Akhtar Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58526/ezrasciencebulletin.v4i2.627

Keywords:

Attachment Style, Secure Attachment, Insecure Attachment, Early Adulthood, Systematic Review

Abstract

Attachment style is a pattern of attachment that develops through an individual's interactions with their primary caregivers and continues to influence psychological development into early adulthood. Various studies have shown that attachment style is associated with a range of psychological outcomes. However, these findings remain scattered across different fields of study, limiting a comprehensive understanding of the topic. This systematic review aims to analyze 15 articles examining the role of attachment style in various psychological outcomes among emerging adults. The findings indicate that secure attachment serves as a protective factor associated with psychological well-being, better mental health, adaptive emotion regulation, positive interpersonal relationship quality, and higher levels of empathy and compassion. In contrast, attachment anxiety and attachment avoidance are associated with increased vulnerability to depression, anxiety, loneliness, lower psychological well-being, difficulties in establishing intimate relationships, and various interpersonal problems.

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