Relationships formed shortly after a breakup are as stable as those started later
Research indicates that 'rebound' relationships are just as stable as those started after a long period of singleness, often providing a necessary boost to self-esteem.
The stigma surrounding 'rebound' relationships is largely unsupported by psychological data, which shows these unions are as stable as those formed after a longer hiatus. According to reviews by the American Psychological Association, individuals who enter new relationships shortly after a breakup often report higher self-esteem and a more secure sense of self. This novelty helps to reset emotional baselines and reduces the tendency to idealize a former partner.
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