Quite right, and it can also contribute to WAW syndrome or even be a syndrome in and of itself. It's largely a mystery, there hasn't been much in the way of studies done in this field. Perimenopause and its impact on marriages and/ or depression is mostly untouched as well.
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There is no "official" diagnosis that I know of.
Wish there was, it would sure make things easier to understand (if not easier to deal with)!!
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I don't recommend telling your wife she's in MLC though, it will only make her pull away from you because she thinks you're the problem, not her MLC. She's convinced she has had an awakening, and is finally on a sensible path... trying to convince her otherwise will only pit her against you.
Absolutely, this is spot on! The WAS believes the marital problems and source of their unhappiness is their spouse. When the LBS suggests that the problem may be menopause, MLC, depression, etc. what the WAS hears is the LBS blaming them for the problem and not owning up to what they need to change about themselves. The LBS can never, ever win by telling the WAS what is wrong with THEM, no matter how true it may be.
