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Whenever my boyfriend is stressed out, I make sure I am there for him 100% and I always talk to him to calm him down and offer to help. This usually happens when he's stressed over work or homework. Basically I'm really verbally involved and supportive. Whenever I get stressed, over homework or just for whatever reason at the time, he often just doesn't support me the same as I do, and that frustrates me so much because I'm looking for the same from him that I give him. Am I over reacting? A lot of times he gets silent and says, what would you like me to do? I dont know if I am wrong or not. 20/f

Hey there,
Okay firstly I do not think you are over reacting at all.
You're right to want the support of your boyfriend it's only natural.
especially since you invest so much time in supporting him.
He probably finds it difficult in knowing what to say or do to make you feel better. Perhaps it's hard for him to express himself in these types of situations. I have a friend like that who gets all awkward whenever someone is stressed or upset.
Have a talk to him. Tell him exactly how you feel. How you feel under appreciated when he doesn't support you as much. Tell him what you need from him in return. Suggest ways that he can help you. I know you might say you shouldn't have to but if it's hard for him it'll help.
Ask him why he doesn't show as much interest in supporting you.
Is it because he doesn't know what to do or simply that he doesn't care?If it's the latter (which I'm sure it's not) Then you really need to rethink the relationship.
Good luck and I hope this helps.
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