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Compatibility Quiz
Success! You now know your own attachment style. Next, you can determine your partner's style. Below is a short quiz to help you uncover your partner's attachment style based on the things they say and do during everyday interactions with you. In
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you can find out which behaviors to watch for and which remarks to pay special attention to when you meet someone new. Learning how to use this hands-on, no-nonsense tool will help you find—and keep—the right mate. It takes a little practice, but once you learn the technique, it will help you navigate the dating world in an entirely new way!
Think about your current (or past) date or partner and answer the following questions with him/her in mind. Indicate the degree to which you agree with the statements below: (Note: all questions are required for an accurate result)
They make you feel that you will never live up to their perfect relationship standards (or to an ideal "ex").
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Game playing is out of the equation for this person.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They say things like: "I need a lot of space" or "a relationship shouldn't constrict me."
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Relationship issues are on the table—whether you raise them or they do
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They express insecurities and worries about rejection.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They make you feel uncomfortable when you want to talk about the relationship.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Closeness creates further closeness—they don't get cold feet after you connect deeply on an emotional or physical level.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They fear that small acts on their part will ruin the relationship
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They say something intimate like "when we move in together...," then later acts as though you don't have a future as a couple.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They act out when things go wrong in the relationship—and might threaten to leave but then changes their mind.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They aren't afraid you or other partners are trying to trap him/her—into marriage, to get their money—or in any other way...
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They make you feel that your wellbeing is your own responsibility (not theirs)
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
When they say they'll call—they do!
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They want a lot of closeness in the relationship and often worries that there's not enough.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They might be close at certain times but inevitably push you away.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They are concerned that you may become interested in someone else or be unfaithful.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They use the L word early and generously.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
They expect you to pick up from subtle cues what they want or needs and whether they are upset.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
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