Commitment Issues

Introduction:

Commitment to an individual or cause requires long term dedication and emotional investment. While it is natural to commit to a marriage, a job or any other cause, some individuals have a deep fear of commitment. Individuals who go through this commitment fear are unable to function optimally in the social fabric around them.

Fear of commitment to a marriage is called gamophobia. People suffering from gamophobia are so fearful of commitment that it is almost impossible for them to be in any romantic relationship for a long period of time.

Signs and Symptoms:

A few signs for you to understand that someone has commitment issues:

  • Feels uncomfortable when there is a discussion around long term goals
  • No conversations occur around the future of relationship
  • Most conversations are superficial and not at a deeper level
  • Lack of emotional attachment
  • Delayed or no response to calls/texts for a long period of time

Causes:

Commitment issues generally originate from a relationship related traumatic event or early childhood stress.

Some of the causes are:

  • Witnessing parents divorce during childhood
  • Attachment issues as a child
  • Fear of getting rejected in a relationship, so this person proactively steps out of the relationship

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