Attachment Styles, Relationship Satisfaction, and Well-Being as Predictors of Phubbing Behavior: A Cross-Sectional Study Among Young Adults in Romantic Relationships

This study investigates the role of attachment styles (secure, avoidant, and anxious-ambivalent), relationship satisfaction, and well-being in predicting phubbing behavior among young adults in romantic relationships. Using a cross-sectional design, data were collected from 364 participants aged 18–30 residing in Türkiye. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that anxious-ambivalent attachment style and well-being significantly predicted phubbing, whereas secure attachment style, avoidant attachment style, and relationship satisfaction did not show significant associations. The findings highlight the complex interplay between attachment styles and digital behaviors, suggesting that while anxious-ambivalent individuals may use phubbing as a coping mechanism for relational uncertainty, secure and avoidant individuals might adapt differently to digital communication norms. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing digital behaviors in relationship counseling and calls for further research on psychological factors influencing phubbing. Limitations include the cross-sectional nature of the study and the specific cultural context of the sample.