00:00 So why don't you leave?
00:02 Over the years, researchers have tried to figure out why people stay in unsatisfying relationships,
00:08 and they've come up with some interesting theories.
00:11 Early studies claim that couples stay together because they thought that they couldn't find anyone better,
00:16 or that they were afraid of the uncertainty of separation.
00:20 But modern researchers believe that it's much more personal.
00:24 One new study suggested that people might stay together because their partner is extremely devoted or out of concern for each other's welfare.
00:32 If your partner is saying concerning things such as, "I can't live without you" or "You're the only good thing in my life",
00:39 it can put a lot of pressure on you to keep them happy.
00:43 This shouldn't make you feel like you have to accept certain behaviors and mistreatment if you're experiencing it.
00:49 Have you experienced any of these relationship issues?
00:53 If so, have they led to depression?
00:55 Let us know in the comments below!
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