What is Walkaway Wife Syndrome?

Walkaway Wife Syndrome describes a phenomenon where a wife decides to leave the relationship after feeling emotionally neglected following years of built-up resentment, neglect, loneliness, and unmet needs.

For many husband’s they feel surprised and caught off-guard by the wifes departure. However for the wives, the decision is usually after many months, or years of contemplating the decision, and preparing themselves mentally, and financially.

Walkaway Wife Syndrome usually occurs after unsuccessful attempts to repair the marriage, and requests for change are repeatedly dismissed or ignored. The syndrome is not exclusive to one gender, and the feelings of neglect and not being appreciated can apply equally to husbands.