Understanding Attachment Styles, Part 4: Disorganised (Fearful-Avoidant) Attachment

The person who seems to want closeness and push it away in almost the same breath may not be confused about what they want - they may be caught between two very old fears: the fear of being alone, and the fear of being hurt by the person meant to keep them safe. This post looks at how disorganised attachment develops, what it can look like in adult relationships, and how to gently build a sense of safety where connection no longer feels like a risk