Attachment styles and recognition of facial expression of emotion

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Facial expressions of emotion are one of the most complex mental states. The aim of this study was to examine the link between attachment styles and ability to recognize facial expressions of emotion. In a cross-sectional study, 221 people (100 women and 121 men) from Shahid Beheshti students were selected using convenience sampling method and completed the revised computerized version of the facial emotional expressions test and Attachment Style Questionnaire. Results indicated difference between individuals with secure and insecure attachment styles in recognizing facial expressions of emotion. So that individuals with secure attachment styles had better performance than individuals with insecure attachment. There were no significant differences between individuals with avoidance and anxiety attachment styles. Results are discussed in terms of the long-term influence of early experiences of mother and child relationship on the ability to recognize facial emotional expressions.

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Journal of Applied Psychological Research
Volume 8, Issue 1
August 2017
Pages 1-11

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  • Receive Date: 02 August 2016
  • Revise Date: 07 August 2017
  • Accept Date: 07 August 2017
  • First Publish Date: 07 August 2017
  • Publish Date: 21 April 2017

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