Psychologist's insights: Ghosting explained

Have you ever started talking to someone just to notice that they slowly disappear and lose interest?

In many cases, it's called ghosting – a person simply disappears like a ghost, leaving your questions unanswered.

Here are a few common reasons for that.

Lack of interest or attraction

Sometimes, people may lose interest or not feel a romantic or personal connection with someone. 

Instead of expressing their feelings honestly, they choose to stop responding or disappear altogether.

Fear or discomfort

Some individuals may feel anxious or uncomfortable about confronting difficult conversations or rejecting someone directly. 

They may choose to ghost as a way to avoid confrontation or potential conflict.

Overwhelm or busyness

People may become overwhelmed with their own lives, responsibilities, or personal issues. 

They might find it challenging to juggle their own priorities along with maintaining communication, leading them to ghost unintentionally.

Unclear intentions or casual relationships

In situations where relationships are more casual or undefined, some individuals may perceive ghosting as an acceptable way to end communication since there may not be a strong emotional or committed connection.

Online dating norms

In the realm of online dating or virtual interactions, ghosting has unfortunately become more common. 

With the ease of connecting and disconnecting, some individuals may choose to ghost because they perceive it as a socially acceptable way to end communication in that context.

Previously, we talked about borderline personality disorder.

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• 6 January 2024

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