Signs that you are in a rebound relationship

A "rebound" relationship is a fill-in relationship used to "get over" a recently ended relationship.

This is according to Annie Tanasugarn Ph.D., CCTSA, in her article in Psychology Today.

She also mentioned that some research shows that men are more likely to be involved in a rebound relationship and find quick relief with a superficial "situationship."

She further stated that someone may be in a rebound relationship when they have:

• Attachment issues – the usual forefront of a rebound relationship is having unhealed attachment insecurities such as fears of abandonment or rejection, unmet basic needs, and a shaky sense of self-identity.

• Covert Narcissism – people who are covert narcissists are more likely to engage in rebound relationships, their impulses for picking a rebound often differ.

• Revenge on an Ex – persons who are narcissists are likely to seek revenge on their ex by seeking a rebound relationship.

But aside from that, there are still other symptoms for a rebound relationship.

Meanwhile, here are the following signs that you are in a rebound relationship, according to InStyle and Self:

1. They always mention their ex all the time

Know that there is a direct correlation between how much a person talks or focuses on someone such as their ex and how much they have moved on.

2. They keep on comparing you to their ex

Do you feel like you compete with his or her ex? If the person you are dating right now regularly compares you to their ex, they are probably not yet over with that person.

Relationship therapist Erin McMaugh Tierno, LCSW-R, said, "If they're comparing you negatively, then you've got to get out of there."

3. There is a very short time passed between their last relationship and you

There is no particular period of getting over a relationship; some people say that it should be six weeks, three months, or more.

But, a person who just got out of a relationship should take time to grieve the ending of a relationship, self-reflect, and allot time to recover before diving into another bond.

4. They seem too hard to reach emotionally

A therapist in Los Angeles who specializes in relationship issues Brooke Sprowl said that one of the reasons why someone cannot grant you their inner emotions, is they are still trying to bury the hurt of a breakup.

Also, one of the signs that you should watch out, is when they are not always answering your calls or showing up to intimate dates.

5. They have lingering bitterness over their ex

You will notice that they keep on insisting that they are already over their relationship. But then, you will also feel that they still have unresolved anger on their ex.

"That doesn't always mean that they want to go back to that person. It just means that they're not healed from it," said Relationship therapist Shanet Dennis.

6. You have a feeling that you are being used

One of the things you should watch out is when they are posting pictures of you on their social media to show you off and to make their ex jealous.

Or it could be the other way around, they have time to spend with you when comes to bed, but they don't want to introduce you to their family and friends.

7. They want to act as if you are a long-term couple already

You have only been dating for weeks or months, but he or she wants to skip the getting-to-know stage in favor of running errands together in sweats.

Tierno said, "Some people function that way" when they feel comfortable in the relationship. So it is up to you if you want to continue the relationship or leave and wish them the best.

Take note that not all rebound relationships are automatically a bad thing. And if you are someone who just looking for a fun time, then this setup could be good for you.

If you are in an era where you don't want any commitments, obligations, or long-term relationships, dating someone for a rebound could be good for your phase.