Free Attachment Style Test - Discover Your Relationship Patterns
Take our scientifically validated Attachment Style test to discover how you form emotional bonds in relationships. Based on attachment theory, this test will help you understand your attachment style (Secure, Anxious, Avoidant, or Fearful-Avoidant) and improve your relationships.
Select your gender to begin:
Your Attachment Style Results
Secure Attachment:
Anxious Attachment:
Avoidant Attachment:
Fearful-Avoidant Attachment:
Understanding Attachment Styles
Attachment theory is a psychological model that describes how people form emotional bonds in relationships. Developed by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, attachment styles are typically formed in childhood but continue to influence adult relationships.
What Do the Attachment Styles Mean?
Each attachment style represents a different way of relating to others in close relationships:
- Secure Attachment: Comfortable with intimacy and independence
- Anxious Attachment: Craves closeness but fears abandonment
- Avoidant Attachment: Values independence over intimacy
- Fearful-Avoidant Attachment: Mixed feelings about closeness
The Four Attachment Styles Explained
| Attachment Style | What It Means | Relationship Patterns | When Stressed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secure | Comfortable with intimacy and autonomy | Trusting, communicative, balanced | Remains calm and problem-solves |
| Anxious | Seeks closeness but worries about abandonment | Needy, jealous, seeks reassurance | Becomes clingy or demanding |
| Avoidant | Values independence over intimacy | Distant, emotionally unavailable | Withdraws or shuts down |
| Fearful-Avoidant | Mixed feelings about closeness | Hot-and-cold, unpredictable | Alternates between clingy and distant |
How Accurate Is This Test?
Our Attachment Style test follows established psychological research on attachment theory. For accurate results, answer honestly based on how you typically feel and behave in close relationships.
Applications of Attachment Styles
Understanding your attachment style can help in many areas:
- Romantic Relationships: Understand your patterns and needs
- Parenting: Break negative cycles with your children
- Friendships: Improve platonic relationships
- Therapy: Address relationship challenges
- Self-Awareness: Grow toward secure attachment
FAQ: Attachment Style Test
Can attachment styles change over time?
Yes, with self-awareness and effort, people can move toward more secure attachment patterns.
Is one attachment style better than others?
Secure attachment is generally healthiest, but all styles can be worked with to build better relationships.
What if I have traits of multiple attachment styles?
It's common to have mixed traits, especially in different relationships or situations.
How long does the test take?
Our version takes about 5-10 minutes to complete.
Can I retake the test?
Yes, especially if you feel your patterns have changed or you want to verify your results.
Common Uses of Attachment Theory
- Couples counseling and therapy
- Parenting education programs
- Relationship coaching
- Personal development work
- Understanding family dynamics