Charlie Heriot-Maitland told Newsweek that replying may trigger anxiety, conflict or shame—so silence offers a way out.

The sudden disappearance of a romantic interest without explanation, known as ghosting, has become increasingly common in modern dating. While the behavior leaves many confused and hurt, understanding ...

In our digital age, people often use online communications to form and maintain relationships—especially teens and younger adults. While that can be a good thing, it also means that online ...

Getting ghosted on dating apps feels like a punch to the gut, especially when you thought things were going well. One minute ...

As an OCD specialist, I know that avoidance can be a huge compulsion for some. The idea of not having to face a person or situation that triggers anxiety is very alluring. I also know that there are ...

You're staring at your phone screen. It's been hours, maybe days. The last message you sent sits unopened. There's no reply, no read receipt, just … silence. This is the experience of digital ghosting ...

Your romantic life couldn't be better. You and your partner can't stop texting, going on dates, gushing about each other so much that your friends want to muzzle you. Then, it happens. They abruptly ...

Ghosting is when a person ends a relationship or cuts off communication without an explanation. The phrase “ghosting” has become more commonplace in recent years. It is generally associated with ...

You meet someone. They're attractive, fun, and...totally annoying. You have a couple of good times but you know this isn't for you, and you want to move your attention elsewhere. What do you do? How ...

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"Cancer ghosting" is when people whom you thought would be around and offer support suddenly disappear after you've been diagnosed with cancer. (Photo: Getty) No, in a romantic situation, for example, ...