Attachment Patterns and Happiness: A Correlational Study among Early Adulthood

Abstract

In this research, we investigate how different attachment styles – close, dependent, and anxious are linked to the levels of happiness in early adulthood. The main goal is to understand how these attachment patterns influence happiness in early adulthood, a time marked by important life changes and self-discovery. The study uses quantitative methods and a correlational design to explore the connection between attachment styles and happiness in young adults. The sample of individuals who fall under early adulthood are selected by convenient purposive sampling technique to ensure that all participants are represented in the study. According to attachment theory and associated research, it is anticipated that people with a secure or Dependent attachment style will experience greater happiness than those with an anxious attachment style. Secure attachment styles, marked by feelings of security, trust, and closeness in relationships, are expected to be linked with happiness. On the other hand, anxious attachment styles, characterized by fears of rejection and abandonment, are likely to be associated with lower levels of happiness. The study will look into how happiness levels are connected to different attachment patterns. This research aims to deepen our understanding of attachment theory in early adulthood. The study will be utilizing the Adult Attachment Scale (AAS) by Collins and the Subjective Happiness Scale (SHS) developed by Lyubomyrsky, and Lepper for measuring the different types of attachment patterns and happiness. These insights could inform strategies to foster secure attachments and enhance the overall well-being of young individuals.