The world seems very colorful when you fall in love. There is always a sense of excitement in the mind. Even the flaws of loved ones look very ‘cute’. But this fantasy world does not last for long. As the relationship develops, the mirage becomes clearer. Unreasonable mistrust even towards the loved one. No reason, no evidence. But there is only one thought in the corner of the mind all the time. ‘He’s not cheating on me is he?’ This can be seen in any relationship, married or single. The family of Sadh, built up gradually, sinks in the sand of this unwarranted suspicion. In the language of psychology, this pain is called ‘Relationship OCD’.
It is a form of mental instability. Where the person knows that his partner is honest and the relationship is good. But the brain does not want to accept that fact. It always seems like something is going wrong somewhere. Maybe someone else entered the relationship. Or partner’s love has decreased. These negative thoughts keep spinning in the head like a loop. Even if you want to, it becomes increasingly difficult to break out of this cycle.
Research says that about 1 to 4 percent of people in the world are affected by this problem. Those who already suffer from depression or anxiety are at greater risk. Its main symptom is irrational suspicion. “Do I really love him?” Or “Is he the right person for me?” – all such questions keep piercing his mind all the time. It has no factual basis. But this emotional tension quickly poisons a healthy normal relationship. When the partner wants to come closer, the wall of doubt pushes him away. As a result, the person on the other end is also gradually tired and forced to move away.
Relationship OCD does not mean the end of a relationship. There is a way back from here. But it requires infinite patience and proper treatment. It is important to take the advice of a psychiatrist with a partner rather than fighting alone. Instead of indulging your negative thoughts, focus on positive things. It is important to remember that it is easy to destroy a house with doubts. But it is worthwhile to hold on to it with faith. Only mutual sympathy can overcome this mental complex and bring back the spring of love.
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