India, May 5 -- Were you emotionally distant from your parents as a child? Do you still feel disconnected from them today? According to a recent study, the nature of our early emotional attachments may significantly shape how we view parenthood. In particular, the study suggests that the choice to remain childfree could stem from the emotional bonds that we did or did not experience with our parents. Also read | Healthy parenting 101: Psychologist shares valuable tips to help your teen with emotional regulation

Published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, the study found a strong link between one's attachment style and their intentions around having children. Specifically, individuals who felt emotionally distant from the...