#Familycounseling

A growing body of research is shining a spotlight on an often overlooked crisis in marriage: emotional disengagement by wives, in a phenomenon some psychologists and therapists label as “Walkaway Wife Syndrome”—a term that has gained traction in the global discourse, including among Thai mental health professionals. The concept, detailed in a recent YourTango article and supported by psychological literature, emphasises the subtle—and often invisible—signs that a wife may have emotionally exited the relationship long before any physical separation occurs. This development is of profound importance in Thailand, where cultural expectations of marital harmony sometimes obscure underlying issues, leaving families and communities unprepared for abrupt dissolutions.

A growing body of research illuminates a quiet crisis in marriage: emotional disengagement by wives, a phenomenon some professionals call “Walkaway Wife Syndrome.” This concept has gained traction in global discussions and resonates with Thai mental health practitioners. It describes subtle, invisible signs that a wife may emotionally exit the relationship long before any physical separation occurs. In Thailand, where cultural expectations of marital harmony run deep, this insight helps families and communities address issues before they escalate.