Introduction: Why the Sonam Raja Case Shook India

The Sonam Raja case has shocked the nation—raising crucial questions about mental health, toxic love, and emotional impulsivity in young adults. Beyond headlines, this tragic event shows how untreated emotional instability and psychological trauma can turn love into violence.


As a psychiatrist in Bhopal, I see similar emotional breakdowns often—where unresolved inner pain takes destructive shapes.


1. Love Addiction and Emotional Dependence

Many toxic relationships begin with intense passion but spiral into emotional dependence. This may arise from:


Childhood trauma


Insecure attachment styles


Fear of abandonment


Such individuals often see their partner as a source of identity, not just affection—leading to obsessive behavior.


2. Rejection Sensitivity and Psychological Breakdown

The fear of rejection, when not addressed, can lead to emotional dysregulation. In cases like Sonam Raja's:


The breakup isn’t just emotional loss, but ego collapse


This may trigger rage, depression, or even violence


Rejection sensitivity is common in people with borderline personality disorder traits.


3. Social Media Pressure and Performative Love

Social media promotes public display of relationships, increasing psychological pressure. In young couples:


A breakup becomes a public defeat


There’s fear of losing status, not just a person


This drives impulsive, extreme reactions, especially in those with low frustration tolerance.


4. Crime of Passion: What Psychology Says

Psychologically, a crime of passion is driven by:


Sudden emotional surge


Poor impulse control


Absence of premeditation


Neuroscience explains this as prefrontal cortex shutdown, where logic gives way to emotion—a phenomenon often seen in violent breakups.


5. Borderline Traits and Emotional Volatility

Traits like:


Intense relationships


Idealization and devaluation


Mood instability

are common in borderline personality traits.


Though not all cases meet diagnostic criteria, understanding these signs can prevent tragedy.


6. Prevention: The Role of Mental Health Education

The Sonam Raja case underlines the urgent need for:


Emotional education in schools


Mental health support for couples


Early counseling in relationship distress


Access to psychiatrists and therapists


Ignoring emotional distress doesn't make it disappear—it makes it dangerous.


7. Final Thoughts: What This Case Teaches Us

The Sonam Raja case is not isolated—it’s a symptom of emotional illiteracy and mental health stigma in India. We must shift the focus from blame to understanding and intervention.


If you're facing obsessive thoughts, emotional pain, or relationship distress, don’t stay silent. Help is available.


đŸ“˜ Further Reading

My book “Overthinking Se Azadi” dives deep into emotional overthinking, attachment issues, and healing patterns. Available at leading bookstores and on www.psychiatristinbhopal.com


đŸ‘¨‍⚕️ About the Author

Dr. Satyakant Trivedi is a leading psychiatrist in Bhopal, with expertise in emotional disorders, relationship trauma, and adolescent mental health. He advocates mental wellness through his clinical work and awareness platforms like "ManoGuru."

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