If you fear getting close to people or making relationship decisions that have a long-lasting effect, such as getting married, you might have commitment phobia. It is common to fear the unknown, but people with commitment phobia can extend this fear to other parts of their life — especially romantic relationships.
What causes a fear of commitment?
Fear of commitment can arise out of a particular trauma, such as witnessing your parents' difficult relationship or divorce. You may have grown up with the impression that relationship or marital conflicts can't be worked out and you don't want to walk in your parents' footsteps.
What are signs of fear of commitment?
Signs in yourself
- You don't want to date seriously. ...
- You don't think about the future of the relationship. ...
- You spend a lot of time questioning the relationship. ...
- You don't want to make plans. ...
- You don't feel emotionally attached. ...
- You feel uneasy or trapped when your partner shows signs of investment.
