Research from 2010 looking at commitment in romantic relationships suggests feelings of commitment can develop as a response to feelings of worry or fear over losing a partner. If you feel securely attached and want the relationship to continue, youre more likely to do the work required to make it last.

Is commitment related to having a relationship?

A committed relationship is an interpersonal relationship based upon agreed-upon commitment to one another involving love, trust, honesty, openness, or some other behavior. Forms of committed relationships include close friendship, long-term relationships, engagement, marriage, and civil unions.