Rebound Relationships: Three Dangers of Getting Involved Too Soon

February 20th, 2020

By Jack Adam Weber

Contributing writer for Wake Up World

Relationships often end because our needs aren’t met and communication falls short for both people to feel loved enough. When we are left with misgivings, grievances, and longing, we may be propelled to avoid pain by entering into a new relationship right away—what is called a “rebound relationship.”

A rebound relationship is defined as “A relationship that is initiated shortly after a romantic breakup—before the feelings about the former relationship have been resolved.” (Brumbaugh, C. & Fraley, R. “Too Fast, Too Soon? An Empirical Investigation Into Rebound Relationships” Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 2015.)

But there are pitfalls for getting involve too quickly, even apart from missing out on the rewards of giving ourselves time to grieve. Taking some time before getting into a new relationship is therefore helpful for three primary reasons.

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