Emotional Interdependence and Anxiety Among Twins Upon Separation: A Theoretical Analysis Cover Image

Емоционална взаимозависимост и тревожност при раздяла на близнаци – теоретичен анализ
Emotional Interdependence and Anxiety Among Twins Upon Separation: A Theoretical Analysis

Author(s): Stiliyana Stamova
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Comparative Psychology, Personality Psychology, Clinical psychology, Psychoanalysis
Published by: Великотърновски университет „Св. св. Кирил и Методий”
Keywords: twins; emotional interdependence; attachment; separation anxiety; development; social interaction.

Summary/Abstract: This article examines emotional interdependence among twins and its relationship to manifestations of separation anxiety in the context of early development. Based on a theoretical analysis, the conditions that foster the formation of a strong emotional bond between twins are examined, including the shared environment, similar experiences, and intense interaction. The role of this interdependence as a factor that simultaneously facilitates adaptation and creates conditions for difficulties in the processes of separation and individuation is discussed. In this context, separation anxiety is viewed as a reflection of the specific structure of the relationship between twins and the balance between closeness and autonomy.

  • Issue Year: 34/2026
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 217-224
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: English, Bulgarian
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