Attachment, Self-Esteem and Shame in Emerging Adulthood. (2nd June 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Passanisi, Alessia; Gervasi, Alessia Maria; Madonia, Carmela; Guzzo, Giovanni; Greco, Davide
• Is Part Of: Procedia--social and behavioral sciences. Volume 191(2015)
• Page Start: 342
• Page End: 346
• Publication Date: 2015-06-02
• Subjects: Attachment styles -- Shame -- Self-esteem -- Emerging adulthood.; Social sciences -- Periodicals; Social sciences -- Congresses; Arts -- Periodicals; Arts -- Congresses; Humanities -- Periodicals; Humanities -- Congresses; 300
• DOI: 10.1016/j.sbspro.2015.04.552
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1877-0428

Abstract

Abstract: Attachment styles are critical to the organization and representation of self and for regulating emotions. 209students between the ages of 19 and 24 completed three self-report measures on attachment styles, self-esteem and feelings of shame. Males showed higher self-esteem and lower feelings of shame. In the entire sample, securely attached students reported a higher level of self-esteem and a lower level of shame than insecurely attached students. Moreover, this study showed a relationship between insecure attachment, low self-esteem and shame.The present study suggests the relevance of attachment styles and self-esteem for the understanding of feelings of shame among emerging adults.This can have important implications for the development of preventative measures to reduce the risk of a disorder.