How do you tell when your parents do not love each other anymore?

Answer 1

If your parents were once a couple in love, you can tell by the difference - for example, if they used to kiss in front of people and don't do it anymore, or if they used to held hands, or hug themselves in front of people and have halted doing so. Then there's the fight-isolation sign. Some couples show their crisis by fighting a lot (with or without escalation) while others go in some sort of mute state, when both or one of them get silent and isolated, in other words, don't even consider sharing their/its time and thoughts with the other, and ignore (is indifferent to) whatever the partner does or says. If this not knowing or not being sure gives you anxiety or sadness, talk to the parent with whom you feel more in tune. Ask, clearly. But don't comment. Don't criticize. What goes on between a married couple is too complex and deep for anyone to interfere (needless to say judge) without their permission. There's always something only themselves know and won't ever open to you - which doesn't mean they don't love you or don't cherish you. Always remember: parent's love has nothing to do with couple's love - these are two different worlds with two different set of rules.

Answer 2

You can never tell for sure. However, there are signs you can look out for: fighting, not sleeping in the same bed (as much or not at all), being overly friendly in front of you and/or your siblings, them acting tense and frustrated, them having "serious discusions" in quiet tones away from the rest of the family, or one or both your parents going out a lot and not returning for sometimes hours at a time. If your parents DO split up, it's never your fault and trust me, you will get through it. No matter what happens, your parents love you! They only want the best for you, but they wont always be able to give you what you need if they are in an emotionally unstable relationship.