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Jakarta – In a relationship, possessive behavior can happen when you love your partner too much. Possessive refers to the state of having or asserting ownership or control over something.
Possessiveness can become a serious issue that leads to other relationship problems. Among them include jealousy, abuse, paranoia, or stalking.
Well, here are some common causes of possessiveness to know.
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1. Insecurity
A significant cause of possessiveness is insecurity. When someone lacks self-confidence or feels threatened by potential competition, they may become possessive as a way to control and protect what they perceive as their own. This can manifest in romantic relationships, friendships, or even professional settings.
2. Fear of abandonment
The fear of being abandoned by someone they care about can lead to possessive behavior.
Individuals who have experienced abandonment or rejection in the past may develop a strong need for constant reassurance and validation, resulting in possessiveness to prevent further emotional pain.
3. Past trauma or betrayal
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People who have been betrayed or hurt in the past, such as through infidelity in a relationship or broken trust in friendships, may develop possessive tendencies as a defense mechanism.
They may try to control the other person's actions or limit their interactions with others to prevent future betrayal.
4. Low self-esteem
Low self-esteem can lead to possessiveness as individuals may believe that they are not worthy of their partner's or friend's love and attention. This can result in an overbearing need for constant validation and a fear of losing the relationship.
5. Lack of trust
A lack of trust in a relationship or friendship can lead to possessive behavior. If someone has been let down or deceived in the past, they may struggle to trust others fully, leading them to monitor and control their partner's or friend's actions out of fear that they will be hurt again.
