Differentiation of Self and Attachment Style of Young Adults

Abstract

The objective of this study was to assess the influence of Attachment Style on Differentiation of Self among young adults. A sample of 82 including both genders were collected using purposive sampling technique. The present study used correlational research design. Differentiation of Self Inventory – Revised (DSI-R) and Experiences in Close Relationships – Revised (ECR-R) inventories were used to assess Differentiation of Self and Attachment Style respectively. Descriptive statistics, Pearson Correlation and Regression were used to analyze the data. The findings indicated that there was a significant correlation between Anxiety Attachment and Emotional Reactivity, I-Position and Emotional Cutoff. Also, a significant relationship between Avoidant Attachment and Emotional Cutoff. The findings indicate that Differentiation of Self is influenced by Attachment Style a person has therefore proper measures have to be taken in order to maintain a healthy attachment style and relationship.