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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Attachment theory offers a framework for understanding substance use disorders (SUD).
  • A universally accepted model for SUD development and treatment is lacking.
  • Empirical evidence on the link between SUD and attachment disorders requires systematic review.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between attachment disorders and SUD.
  • To determine if insecure attachment is associated with substance use disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search of databases including PsychInfo, Web of Science, and PubMed.
  • Inclusion of studies published in English or German.
  • Selection of 12 original research articles after initial screening of 22 publications.

Main Results:

  • A significant association between SUD and insecure attachment was observed in 10 out of 12 studies.
  • The findings support the hypothesis that SUD can manifest as an attachment disorder.

Conclusions:

  • Attachment parameters are crucial for the prevention and treatment of SUD.
  • Further research should explore non-substance-related addictive disorders and therapy outcomes.