Rebound relationships have many dynamic aspects that can contribute to their demise, or can be the basis for their long-term survival. Much of the difference will depend on the extent to which the individuals have their eyes open going into the relationship. When a primary relationship is ended, a sense of urgent need to connect may arise due to the complete and sudden lack of connection that we experience. We may find someone who seems to fill all our needs and idealize that person. Meanwhile, our past relationship may not have been resolved and our role in the breakup may resurface. These are challenges to any couple but not necessarily harbingers of doom.
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