High anxiety levels in individuals with anxious attachment can lead to unstable highs and lows within a relationship. To maintain stability, it was found that individuals with anxious attachment suppress negative feelings to avoid conflict, although ultimately decreasing relationship satisfaction. 

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Anxious tendencies can have a big impact on relationships, especially romantic ones.

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