What is another word for anaclisis?
Pronunciation: [ˈanɐklˌɪsiz] (IPA) 
Anaclisis is a term that describes the tendency of an individual to seek comfort, security, and affection from another person. Synonyms for anaclisis include attachment, dependency, reliance, trust, and connection. These words indicate the emotional bond that develops between two people and the importance of one person to the other. Anaclisis is often used in psychology to describe the early attachment bond between a child and their caregiver. Through the bond of anaclisis, the child learns to trust and depend on their caregiver for their basic needs like food, shelter, and safety. As adults, we continue to form attachments through anaclisis with partners, friends, and family members.
