Financial stress can strain romantic relationships, study report says
Financial pressures such as a large credit card bill or upcoming rent payment can create tension between romantic partners, according to a report by Phys.org. The report also says emotional support from one partner can help address the strain, though the supplied account does not identify the study, researchers, methods, or specific findings.
Financial stress can spill into close relationships, adding tension between romantic partners, according to a report by Phys.org.
The report cites situations including a large credit card bill or an upcoming rent payment as potential sources of stress. It also says partners who provide emotional support can help, but the supplied account does not provide details about the research or how that support was assessed.
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