| Seek Help Early with Marriage Difficulties |
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| Written by Mary Ann Romans | |||||
| Tuesday, 03 February 2009 10:11 | |||||
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Did you know that the average couple waits and entire six years before asking help for marital difficulties? This fact is from the Gottman Institute, a research facility that has been studying marriage since 1973. Furthermore, most marriages end within the first seven years (also called "the seven year itch").
This is a sad state of affairs. It means that so many couples live with unhappy marriages for far too long. Unhappiness in marriage will ultimately lead to divorce in the majority of cases. Not only this, but unhappy marriages can affect the lives of the individuals themselves, subjecting them to depression, self-esteem issues or even abuse. Therefore, it is imperative to seek help early when marital conflicts arise.What are some signs of marital conflict? Chances are pretty good that if you are experiencing marital conflict, you know it. But perhaps you brush it off as something that might pass. All marriages have their ups and downs, but sustained conflict in a marriage is not a way to live. Here are some common signs that your marriage may need help:
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