Warning Signs That Your Marriage May Be Suffering Because of a Mid-life Crisis
Posted: Thursday, October 01, 2009
by Brent Parker
The Herbal Remedies Store
Is your marriage suffering because of a mid-life crisis? It's normal for people to start questioning their position in life somewhere between the ages of 35 and 50 but sometimes this normal stage of our emotional development can lead to some adverse changes in personality and behavior which can in turn harm our marriage.
Here are some typical signs that you or your partner may be experiencing a mid-life crisis.
- Lack of sexual, physical or emotional intimacy
- Significant changes in interests and personality
- Infidelity
Other than infidelity, most times these behavior or interest changes can be quite benign such as your spouse deciding to hit the gym a few days a week or taking up rock climbing and will usually work themselves out on their own while, on the other hand, getting a Mohawk, tattoos and buying a Harley may be a sign of much deeper issues that may involve some work.
Other extreme behavioral signs that might signify a more severe case of mid-life crises could include...
- Unusual irritability or unprovoked anger
- Excessive shopping, dieting, exercising or eating
- Extramarital affairs
- Sudden career dissatisfaction
- Excessive alcohol or drug usage
- Frequent daydreaming or excessive alone time desire
- Unexplainable changes in libido
- Depression or anxiety
While it is common for most people to experience mild symptoms of mid-life crises, the more serious symptoms may be symptomatic of deeper issues such as changing hormones, empty nest symptom, caring for an aging parent, losing a loved one and even having to come to terms with your own mortality.
If you recognize any of the signs above in you or your spouse and you feel that your marriage is suffering because of it, it may be time to seek professional help so that the root of the problem can be sought and counseling received to help work through it.
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