In our society, it is a cultural norm that only men have a right to reject women, not the other way around.  Men are deemed to have the last say in whether the relationship ends or proceeds. This is especially the case in traditional marriages. 

Rejection sensitive dysphoria refers to individuals who respond extremely negatively to the perception of being rejected. It goes far beyond the run-of-the-mill discomfort that most of us experience. 

Understanding how Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and gender-based violence are linked with clinical psychologist Dr Matthews Katjane.