Ways emotional dysfunction can show up in relationships
When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes laden with childhood trauma or other traumatic experiences, we tend to develop emotional dysfunction. "Emotional dysfunction can be temporary or long-term, and it can stem from various sources, such as childhood experiences, trauma, mental health issues, or relationship stressors. Sometimes, couples fall into emotional habits and patterns that become dysfunctional over time," wrote Therapist Israa Nasir as she explained how emotional dysfunction shows up in relationships. Here are a few ways: Ways emotional dysfunction can show up in relationships Excessive dependency: Emotional dysfunction can show up in relationships as excessive dependency bordering on being unhealthy. Emotional withdrawal: Emotional dysfunction often makes people slowly withdraw themselves from their partner without putting in effort or explaining the sudden change in their behavior.
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