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When can differences in educational background become problematic in relationships?
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When there is disrespect for the other person's achievement or it's under rated..
Superiority complexes and failure to understand where the other is coming from
Never thought it could be a problem.
Oh my gosh you are asking someone who just took a course in Sociology. No way i can answer this.
I have never had trouble with any of those, but i guess it might create a gap in sharing information in couples.
If one feels like they are not at the same level as their partner
It's only problematic if it bothers one of them. A PhD can be married to a HS drop out as long as they respect each others different abilities. The biggest problem can be with children. They would need to agree on how much education would be a priority or not in relation to other things like sports...
I think it moreso has to do with the attitude of the more educated person and how they attribute themselves to their partner.
When one makes a big deal about it by either making the other feel inferior or by making themselves believe it makes a difference.
Well...one can fail, drop out, and get a sucky ass job, like working at a fast food place or walmart, and the other can succeed, graduate, go to college and get a good paying job, like an architect, doctor, or veterinarian.
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Cuando estan en un nivel laboral diferente y el dinero es basa
When one feels showed up by the other or embarra
Differences in education background can significantly improve a relationship if both partners respect each other. I have a technical bachelors degree and my wife has an associated in liberal arts but she is the smartest person I know (except for math - LOL)
When one of the two feel superior
