When Partners Become Strangers: Understanding “Flatmate Syndrome” Through a Psychoanalytic Lens

“Flatmate Syndrome” describes the emotional and physical disconnection that can occur in relationships when partners start living more like housemates than lovers. This blog explores the phenomenon through a psychoanalytic lens, using object relations theory and Winnicott’s concept of the “good enough mother” to uncover deeper dynamics. Emotional withdrawal, fading intimacy, and parallel lives often...

The Power of Shared Fantasy in Romantic Relationships

Rekindle intimacy in relationships by exploring shared fantasies and emotional connection.