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Relationship Depression

Relationship depression can be defined as negative feelings of unhappiness, worthlessness or hopelessness etc. that arise between couples engaged romantically (married or otherwise) due to the pattern or structure of the relationship like comfort zone and depression. Relationship depression is a common phenomenon observed in younger as well as older couples, regardless of the duration of the relationship. Relationship Depression Causes The list of relationship depression causes is neither exclusive nor exhaustive! A few vivid as well as subtle causes are discussed below. Pretense Relationships nowadays begin on the pretext of pretense in order to gain approval and acceptance a partner. However, keeping up appearances is a stressful task. In the long run, couples suffer from depression due to their inability to behave as their actual selves. This is when a natural mood booster might be a good idea or communication. When they either partner lets go of the pretense, the significant other may not be ready to accept the personality of the partner and in this process of acceptance or rejection, depression may creep in. Unresolved Issues It is healthy for people in a relationship to have arguments, fights or rough patches. They may eventually end the disagreement, but many a time the issues underpinning arguments in the past remain unresolved. Fear of unresolved issues repeating themselves in the future is another factor contributing to relationship depression. Doubts About the Relationship Doubts about the very foundation of a relationship between two people may manifest into depression. Doubts accrue usually ...

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