Attachment Theory: Who Loves You the Most

I. What Is Attachment Theory?

Attachment Theory was proposed by the British psychologist John Bowlby and later developed by Mary Ainsworth. The theory holds that from infancy, humans form a lasting emotional bond with their primary caregiver, and this early relationship pattern becomes an individual's 'internal working model' for later interpersonal relationships.

Simply put, attachment relationships determine whom we turn to for comfort under stress and who can make us feel safe when we are vulnerable. This 'secure base' may come from a parent, a partner, a close friend, or even a certain belief or a source of self-support.

II. The Core Functions of Attachment Relationships

A healthy attachment relationship usually has three core functions, and these are also the basis on which this test determines 'who loves you the most':

• Safe Haven: provides immediate comfort and protection when you feel afraid, anxious, or under great pressure.
• Secure Base: gives encouragement and support when you try new things or face challenges, so you dare to take risks.
• Emotional Resonance: understands your emotions without judging or denying them, offering unconditional acceptance.

III. The Five Assessment Dimensions of This Test

Based on the core functions of attachment theory, this test designs a five-dimension assessment system with 18 questions in total:

• Crisis Response Pattern: when you face a sudden setback or intense negative emotions, who is the person you instinctively turn to for help?
• Daily Emotional Resonance: in everyday interactions, who can keenly notice your emotional shifts and respond appropriately?
• Support Stability: whose support does not change with how well you perform, but stays constant?
• Sense of Safety in Self-Disclosure: to whom are you more willing to show your vulnerable, secret, or imperfect side?
• Balance Between Independence and Dependence: who can both support your independence and provide support when you need it?

4. Purpose and Target Audience of the Test

This test is designed to help you identify the true 'secure base' in your life. It is suitable for:

• People who want to clarify the boundaries and quality of their intimate relationships
• People who feel confused or lonely within their interpersonal support system
• People who want to understand how they give and receive love in relationships
• People interested in attachment theory, family systems, or the psychology of emotions

V. Scoring and Result Interpretation

Each question is scored from 1 to 5, from 'completely disagree' to 'completely agree'. The system identifies the type of support source most important to you based on the distribution of your scores across the five dimensions, and analyzes the characteristics and potential impact of this attachment relationship.