Impact of Childhood Trauma and Attachment Styles on Marital Satisfaction

Abstract

Aim of the Study: This study explores the relationship between childhood trauma and attachment styles on marital satisfaction.

Methodology: 400 married people, all over 25, were chosen using a purposive sample technique to represent a range of demographic backgrounds. A number of survey questions were completed by participants in order to evaluate important variables such attachment styles, marital happiness, and experiences with childhood trauma. Extensive statistical analyses of the gathered data allowed investigation of the hypothesized correlations, providing important new understandings of the complex links between attachment styles, traumatic childhood experiences, and marital satisfaction.

Findings: The findings showed a strong positive association between the anxious attachment style and childhood trauma and a negative correlation with satisfaction in marriage. On the other hand, a negative association was discovered between closed attachment style and marital happiness as well as childhood trauma.

Conclusion: In order to better understand these complex relationships and help in the development of specific interventions targeted at improving general well-being and marital satisfaction, future studies should make use of longitudinal methods.