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Can Jealousy Be Healthy In A Relationship?

Jealousy is often linked to negative emotions, but it doesn't have to be like that. In fact, jealousy can also lead to positive outcomes. It's very important to acknowledge that…

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9.You’re depressed or even thinking about self-harming.

Excessive jealousy could easily contribute to depression or even lead to suicidal thoughts. According to Dr. Parmar, if you’re always obsessing over your partner and create unrealistic scenarios in your head you need to seek professional help.

This is very serious and shouldn’t get overlooked, she continued saying. At the same time, if you’re dating someone that is experiencing depression caused by jealousy, it’s important to understand that fixing them is not your job and they need medical attention.

Read also: The Worst Thing You Could Possibly Say to Your Partner.

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