Attachment theory is one of the most widely accepted frameworks for understanding relationships. We’re told that we are either secure, anxious, avoidant or disorganised, neat boxes that explain why someone pulls away, clings tightly, fears abandonment or struggles with intimacy. As helpful as attachment theory can be, labels can never capture the full complexity of the human experience, especially when you are neurodivergent. In this blog we explore the core beliefs and needs underlying behaviour to understand the differences.