To Be Or Not To Be?

 

Struggling To Stick Together:

It's no secret that maintaining a healthy long-term relationship takes a lot of work. Now add in the fact that your partner is struggling with a mental illness or addiction. These kinds of cases can take a huge toll on relationships and being able to work together as an effective unit. Communication can begin to break down due to depressive episodes. Anxiety can play a role when one partner is afraid to mention a concern or issue that may be currently happening. The toll of mental health in a relationship can also affect a person's ability to function properly daily. Those who struggle to find the motivation or energy to go to work may be more likely to call out. After calling out for several days, a person may end up being let go as a result of their poor attendance. This ultimately leads to a domino effect, which puts a financial strain on relationships. Not having enough funds to cover bills, food, or housing can dramatically increase stress levels between couples. This factor is the biggest reason for divorces. The role of a parent can be demanding enough without the struggles of mental illness. Add this component to the mix, and it can lead to severe consequences. A parent may forget to drive their child to school or pick them up after sports practice. This can drive a wedge between parent and child and the bond that is closely shared. This can lead to a child finding other unhealthy habits to cope with the difficulties of growing up in a house without proper care. The most profound effect that mental illness can have on a relationship is intimacy. This can break down the bond between partners and lead to thoughts of resentment or feeling unloved. This could even lead down the path of infidelity. So how do we avoid this downward spiral? The most effective approach most couples take is therapy. This can be an effective tool in helping find ways to overcome the challenges of mental illness, and its effect on the relationship. Talking through difficult situations and knowing what to do can dramatically decrease negative outcomes. Family and friends can be great support systems for advice or even just to vent. Relying on these resources can greatly reduce the rate of divorces and lower the risks of affairs occurring. Reaching out and asking for help is a healthy step towards creating a stronger bond between partners and their children. Asking for help in a marriage has some stigma behind it. Many disapprove of this because they believe that if you can't work through a situation without having to get an outsider's point of view, then you aren't compatible with each other. This couldn't be farther from the truth, as asking for help should be seen as a strength and resilience. Asking for help will lead to stronger connections and bonds between families and lower the chances of
divorce. So remember, it's okay to ask for help when things are going well! 

You'll be thankful that you did in the long run!  

 

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