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Responding to the needs of others

The caregiving behavioral system in intimate relationships

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ID2937147
AuthorsNancy L Collins (0000-0003-3670-6745, University of California, Santa Barbara, corresponding author), Máire B Ford (0000-0002-5640-6566, Loyola Marymount University)
Year2010
Volume27
Issue2
Pages235-244
Publication date2010-03-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Social and Personal Relationships (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0265-4075 • E-ISSN: 1460-3608
PublisherSAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1177/0265407509360907
OpenAlexW2117916015
LanguageEN
Citations received39
References cited19

The caregiving behavioral system has been identified as a vital component of adult attachment bonds, but until recently it has received relatively little attention in the adult attachment literature. In this article, we review recent theoretical and empirical developments on caregiving dynamics in adult intimate relationships, focusing on normative processes and individual differences. In doing so, we discuss the factors that facilitate or impede responsiveness in couples, and the importance of responsiveness for the development and maintenance of secure relationships. We conclude by discussing some key directions for future research

Attachment theory · Developmental psychology · Normative · Attachment and Relationship Dynamics · Family Dynamics and Relationships · Marriage and Sexual Relationships · Psychology · Social Psychology

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Unique citing works39
Citations per year2,44
Citation span2010 - 2026 (17)
Citation velocitycurrent
Highly citedNo
Citation typesNeutral: 38

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