THE PSYCHOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF EMOTIONAL BONDING BETWEEN FAMILY MEMBERS
Keywords:
family psychology, emotional bonding, attachment theory, family systems, mental healthAbstract
This article explores the psychological and emotional significance of emotional bonding among family members. Emotional bonding — defined as the emotional closeness between relatives — plays a key role in ensuring individuals’ mental stability, social adaptation, and resilience to stress. Based on Bowlby's attachment theory, Olson’s Circumplex Model, and theories of social support, the article examines the vital function of emotional ties in the family. The analysis of recent research and scientific literature highlights the positive psychological effects of a supportive family environment on both children and adults. The author justifies the preventive and educational value of strengthening emotional connections within the family system.
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