Attachment Theory
Avoidant attachment
Values independence over closeness; uncomfortable with vulnerability.
Definition
Dismissive-avoidant adults minimize emotional needs and disengage during conflict. They are often high-performing individually but require explicit relational scaffolding in teams and relationships.
Example
An avoidant manager paired with an anxious report can create a pursue-withdraw loop unless 1:1 cadence is structured.
How it's measured
- •ECR-R Avoidance subscale
- •Self-report
How EQIQs uses it
Modulates Communication and Conflict subscores. Pairs with anxious partners trigger explicit clash alerts in business contexts.
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