Anxious individuals often fear abandonment from "summary" of Attached by Amir Levine,Rachel Heller
Individuals with an anxious attachment style tend to have a deep-seated fear of being abandoned. This fear stems from their early experiences with caregivers who may not have been consistently available or responsive to their needs. As a result, they may have internalized the belief that they are unworthy of love and that others will eventually leave them.
This fear of abandonment can manifest in various ways in their adult relationships. Anxious individuals may constantly seek reassurance and validation from their partners, fearing that any sign of distance or disconnection could mean that they are being abandoned. They may also become overly dependent on their partners, feeling anxious and insecure when they are not around.
This fear of abandonment can also lead anxious individuals to engage in behaviors that are ultimately self-sabotaging. They may become clingy or possessive, driving their partners away ...
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