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There are psychological implications of a breakup.

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Although springtime is synonymous with new beginnings, this is not always the case with romantic relationships among young people today. During their parents’ generation, relationships were expected to culminate in marriage. Today, relationship togetherness is often a matter of comfort during a period of time. Many young adult relationships will fade and come to an end. This can be devastating to one’s self-esteem.

Numerous anecdotal reports point out that April is the month of breakups. Theories behind this timing range from rambunctiousness to a desire for a fresh start.

Psychological implications of breakups

According to Freeman et al. (2023), “Today, Western-educated young men and women spend much of their third decade of life (i.e., 20–29 years of age) in committed non-marital unions. While formal marriage has been delayed or declined, the majority of young adults still seek companionship, with roughly 75 percent of........

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