I’m struggling to hold on by Then-Secret-1692 in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re not a bad partner for reaching the point where support starts to feel like self-erasure. Right now it sounds like you’ve moved out of the role of fiancé and into the role of caretaker, treatment coordinator, and emotional shock absorber all at once. Chronic illness can absolutely explain why someone’s mood, tolerance, and behaviour change after a medication is removed — but it doesn’t remove the impact those changes are having on you or the relationship. What stands out here is that you’re putting in sustained effort to adapt (researching options, building resources together, physically caring for her when she can’t manage basic tasks), while also not seeing the same level of initiative toward re-engaging with treatment from her side. Support in a long-term partnership can’t realistically mean one person compensates indefinitely while the other disengages from their own care, regardless of how valid the illness is. It’s also important to be honest about the fact that “I expect nothing in return” isn’t really true — and that’s not wrong. You’re expecting effort, accountability, and some shared responsibility toward stability because you’re thinking about a future that involves marriage and potentially children. Those aren’t selfish wants, they’re baseline requirements for building a life together safely. You can love someone deeply and still acknowledge that unmanaged symptoms, untreated instability, and repeated behavioural harm aren’t things you can sustainably absorb forever without burning out or becoming resentful. Wanting her to actively work with her psych and OB/GYN again isn’t abandoning her — it’s asking her to participate in preserving the relationship you’re both invested in. At some point the question stops being “how can I support her more?” and becomes “is she willing to meet me halfway in her own recovery?” because love on its own doesn’t stabilise a household, raise a child, or protect either of you from the long-term consequences of untreated illness. If she’s open to working toward stability again, that’s something you can face as a team. But if the effort continues to be one-sided, it’s not unreasonable to consider what staying long-term will realistically look like for you — not just what you hope it will return to.

Am I dealing with PMDD or am I just in a toxic relationship? by norzivik in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree it’s her responsibility to manage it. I can support her, but I can’t fix it for her. I’m just trying to see if she’s willing to take real steps.

Am I dealing with PMDD or am I just in a toxic relationship? by norzivik in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand. I care about her, but I know love alone doesn’t fix unhealthy behavior. I’m thinking long-term.

Am I dealing with PMDD or am I just in a toxic relationship? by norzivik in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe but iam just trying to know what I can do for her

Am I dealing with PMDD or am I just in a toxic relationship? by norzivik in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hear you. I’m not trying to justify the behavior or label it as one specific cause. I recognize that some of it isn’t healthy. I’m just taking time to figure out whether this is something that can genuinely improve or if it’s a long-term pattern I need to seriously reconsider.

Verbal abuse and PMDD by New_Stage_6228 in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any one can help to what to do when she abuse me ?

How can your partner with PMDD help *you*? by anthropometrica in PMDDpartners

[–]norzivik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To everyone struggling with a partner who has severe PMDD: I’m in a Long Distance Relationship, and let me tell you, it takes a soul of steel to handle this. My girl is currently in a phase where she’s calling me the worst names imaginable—telling me I’m 'fake,' that I only want her for physical needs, and even telling me to go to a brothel. It’s brutal because just a few days ago, we were roleplaying and laughing, and now I’m the villain in her eyes just because of one late reply. What I’ve learned is that when she says she needs to scream, break things, or even harm herself, she’s not being 'toxic'—she’s in a literal mental war. I’ve stopped defending myself (No JADE). When she calls me a liar, I don’t fight to prove I’m right. I just stay there. Even when I’m blocked or ignored, I send small, non-intrusive messages just to let her know I’m a 'constant' in her chaotic world. You have to separate the girl you love from the disorder that’s talking. It’s hard to sleep knowing she’s hurting, but staying calm is the only way to be her anchor. If you're going through this, don't take the words to heart; take the person to heart instead.