From an attachment perspective, gratitude has
been shown to promote social bonds since it is
closely associated with attachment security. In a
sample of Israeli undergraduates, attachment
security uniquely contributed to the grateful
disposition over and beyond the association of
attachment security with self-esteem or trust
(Mikulincer, Shaver, & Slav, 2006 ). In a subsequent
study the link between trait gratitude and
attachment security was examined in context of
new marital relationships. For both husband and