Attachment theory receives a significant amount of attention in the mental health field. In the classroom setting, psychology students learn about the early contributions of attachment theory, namely the process of developing secure or insecure attachment in the first years of life. At times, the life-long implications of the initial care giving relationships on the individual are also considered. However, significant advancements have been made in the field with multiple studies demonstrating that attachment status is not as steady as previously believed. The purpose of this paper is to understand and describe the process of repairing insecure attachment. Furthermore, a review of resiliency factors that support this endeavor will be explored.
