Counsellor Explains Avoidant Discard | Why They Suddenly Pull Away?

In this video, we explore the psychology behind avoidant discard attachment deactivation, and why increasing emotional intimacy can sometimes lead someone with avoidant attachment tendencies to pull away. We'll also look at the differences between dismissive-avoidant and fearful-avoidant attachment, why sudden emotional withdrawal can be so confusing for the person left behind, and whether someone pulling away necessarily means they've stopped caring. Importantly, "avoidant discard" is not a formal psychological diagnosis, and not every sudden breakup is caused by avoidant attachment. Understanding attachment patterns can help us make sense of relationship dynamics, but it cannot tell us what another person secretly thinks or feels. 📖 Read my article for free: https://medium.com/@dubeyshiavni1999/... Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:23 – What Is Avoidant Discard and Impact It Has on Partner 02:15 – When Emotional Closeness Feels Overwhelming 05:37 – Avoidant Deactivation Explained 07:25 – Impact on their Partner 08:51 – Dismissive vs Fearful Avoidants 11:34 – Not Every Sudden Breakup Is an Avoidant Discard 13:18 – Final Thoughts If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about psychology, attachment styles, emotional wellbeing, and relationships, subscribe to my channel! #avoidantattachment #avoidant #attachmentstyles #avoidantpartner #avoidantlove #attachment #psychology #dating #relationship