Interpersonal relationship difficulties are problems that arise in the way people connect, communicate, and interact with others. These difficulties can occur in romantic relationships, friendships, family relationships, and workplace interactions, and may involve patterns such as conflict, poor communication, mistrust, emotional distance, dependency, or difficulties with boundaries. Relationship problems are influenced by a range of psychological, social, and developmental factors, including attachment experiences, beliefs about self and others, emotional regulation skills, and communication styles. Persistent interpersonal difficulties can contribute to emotional distress, loneliness, reduced wellbeing, and the development or maintenance of mental health problems. Evidence-based psychological approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), compassion focused therapy (CFT), interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), and emotionally focused therapy (EFT), can help people develop healthier and more satisfying relationships.
