Previously, we discussed how growing up gay can impact our attachment styles when it comes to dating. Unsurprisingly, gay men who were denied affection and emotional support from their caregivers may develop an avoidant attachment type in adulthood and have a harder time getting intimate with others.In this episode, we’re taking a look at how our upbringing affects our emotional availability as gay men, identifying signs of emotional unavailability in a partner, and how we can allow ourselves to begin opening up to others.Additional Resources:How to Spot Emotional Unavailability: 5 SignsEmotionally Unavailable Definition15. Understanding Attachment StylesAll About Avoidant Personality DisorderAre Men Really Less Emotionally Available Than Women?Emotionally Unavailable: What It Means & 15 Signs to Look ForWhat It Really Means to Be Emotionally UnavailableEmotionally Unavailable: What It Means, Signs, & What to Do About It10 Signs of an Emotionally Unavailable ManDo You Choose Mean Gay Guys?Why You End Up With Emotionally Unavailable Men (And What to Do About It)14 Signs You're an Emotionally Unavailable Gay ManSupport the show