In my relatives a women got divorce after his divorce she use to sit in bathroom for hours and hours washing clothes and hands. At a time she use to finish a big soap washing his hands and clothes. She sits in bathroom for more than 5 hours. And doesn't not lessen for anything one. Please help. What type of mental problems she is suffering from. And do not show these question to anything other website and keep it privately.

Ms. Hemal Sanjay KuntePsychologist5yrs exp

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Your sister is grieving the loss of her relationship. Divorce might have changed a lot many things in life, for her. It is possible that she is not able to share her pain with anyone and may be she is not even able to cry and relieve herself of that pain. Probably, bathroom is the place, where she can lock herself in, and nobody can question her for being alone there. Most likely she is still in shock, about what has happened to her and it is very difficult for her to come to terms with it. If there are children involved, then the custody of the children can be a cause of major concern. It appears that the relationship could have been violent and/or abusive. Your sister has been deeply hurt, emotionally. Please talk to her about her divorce and her relationship, yourself or encourage her to talk to her friends. It is very important for her to express her feelings, otherwise her suppressed feelings might create more problems in future. Do not force her to express her feelings but keep trying. Please tell her all the time that you are there to support her and that you love her. Presently she needs, physical, emotional, financial and social support. While allowing her, her own space, be little patient, she may need some more time to come to terms with life. She is angry, hurt, sad, frustrated and might be feel worthless. Please observe her behaviour without interfering. If at any point of time you find her to be having sucidal thoughts or if at any point of time she stops eating, talking, then immediately consult a doctor. If possible pursue her to talk to a counsellor on phone or in person, which will help her a lot it may be or may not be a" mental problem" she needs to be asseed for this. If she does not open up to you, please seek professional help. 

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