The Neuroscience of Attachment

Your brain literally rewires itself based on how your parents responded to you as a

baby. This is neuroscience backed by decades of research from John Bowlby's work

on attachment theory. When a parent consistently responds with comfort, the child's brain

develops neural pathways for deep trust. It is not about perfect parenting, it is about

repair. Reconnecting actually teaches resilience better. Responsive caregivers keep your internal alarm

calm. Otherwise, it stays on high alert for decades.

This affects your adult life, but your brain remains plastic. You can develop

earned secure attachment. Tell us a moment someone showed up for you. Understanding this concept