Why do I get anxious when my boyfriend goes out?
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Moderated by Smita Joshi, BA Psychology / MA / Advanced EFT Practitioner
Updated: Nov 28, 2023
blissfulblue
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Apr 6, 2016
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Possibly because past experiences lead you to think bad things are going to happen when he goes out
wonderfulWaterfall86
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Jan 13, 2016
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You get anxious because maybe you have trust or abandonment issues. You think that he will find someone better than you and that makes you worried.
Sky0
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Dec 9, 2015
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This is your insecurities playing up. You need to reassure yourself that everything is fine, and you are both happy in the relationship. Nothing is wrong!
LesReverie
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May 30, 2016
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I also felt this way because i am scared that my boyfriend might find another girlfriend to replace me, so i would get anxious.
Erynn
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Dec 26, 2014
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This may be a form of separation anxiety, or worry about being alone, or about him being unfaithful, or...? Only you know! Journaling may help -write or talk about what is on your mind when he leaves, and try to identify all the various emotions you feel when he leaves, and how strongly you feel each one. Once you identify the specific anxieties you feel, you may want to ask yourself where they stem from? Are you insecure? Did something happen in the past? What things in your personal history and personality might be affecting your emotions when he goes out? From this bas e of knowledge, you will be able to begin thinking of ways to help yourself feel better when he leaves.
sugglet244
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Mar 24, 2016
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you're worried he is going to meet someone else or do something stupid. you dont need to be though because if he is a good guy he will stick to his roots
TalkToMe11
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Jul 27, 2015
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because you care about him, his well-being. It's perfectly normal, it's like what happens with parents when their kids go out on their first date/night-out.
Elaani95
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Dec 3, 2014
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Relationships can be hard. Trust is a huge factor, and it's incredibly common for people to be anxious when their significant other goes out. If you feel this is a big issue and talking to your boyfriend doesn't resolve anything; seek out a chat with one of our listeners or schedule an appointment with a therapist to try and better understand and handle your feelings towards the matter.
Anonymous
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Apr 6, 2016
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Maybe because you believe that the person Will do something that is bad(cheating). Probably because he did cheated before or there's trust issues in the relationship. You might also believe that the person is too good for you and will find a better person that you.
naturalbeauty16
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Jan 1, 2016
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You are afraid of losing him or what could happen when he is gone. It also could be you are so close to him you don't feel safe without him
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