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Marisa G. Franco, Ph.
Known for: Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends
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Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends
In this insightful and research-based book, psychologist Marisa G. Franco explores the science of attachment and how it shapes our friendships. Drawing on psychological studies and personal stories, Franco explains how understanding our attachment styles can help us form deeper, more fulfilling platonic relationships. The book offers practical advice for making and maintaining friendships in adulthood, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, consistency, and emotional connection.
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Understanding Attachment Theory
Attachment theory was originally conceived to explain how infants bond with caregivers, but its wisdom ripples through every relationship in our adult lives. In *Platonic*, I reinterpret this science for the domain of friendship. I ask readers to see their patterns not as fixed identities but as lea...
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The Role of Belonging
Belonging isn’t merely a social luxury; it is an emotional necessity. In my research, I’ve found that loneliness activates the same regions of the brain as physical pain. When we feel excluded, our identity trembles. *Platonic* confronts this truth directly: our longing for connection is not weaknes...
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About Marisa G. Franco
Marisa G. Franco, Ph.D., is a psychologist, speaker, and friendship expert. She has taught at the University of Maryland and contributes to major publications such as The New York Times and Psychology Today. Her work focuses on the psychology of connection, belonging, and friendship.
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