Is it normal not to want to talk to each other after a fight

Not wanting to talk to the other person after an argument is a normal psychological reaction and belongs to the emotional regulation process after interpersonal conflicts. This state may be caused by factors such as emotional release needs, self-defense mechanisms, and relationship evaluation periods, and usually lasts for several hours to several days.

Transient avoidance of interaction after an argument is a common psychological protective mechanism in humans. When an individual experiences anger or injury during a conflict, the amygdala of the brain triggers a stress response, leading to a temporary tendency towards social avoidance. This state helps to calm intense emotions and avoid impulsive words and actions that harm relationships. Some people will reorganize their thoughts by being alone or wait for the other person to show goodwill to confirm the value of the relationship. In rare cases, a prolonged cold war may reflect deeper relational issues. If avoidance behavior persists for several weeks or more, it may be accompanied by complex psychological trauma such as emotional alienation and loss of trust. Frequent occurrence of such situations in intimate relationships requires vigilance against avoidant attachment or communication pattern deficiencies. Long term apathy may exacerbate conflicts and even lead to relationship breakdown. In this case, it is recommended to intervene through psychological counseling.

After moderate solitude, it is recommended to try actively breaking the ice and express feelings through non confrontational communication. Daily practice of keeping an emotional diary to record conflict triggers, or agreeing on a cooling off period with a partner. If there is a strong tendency to avoid repeatedly, professional psychological counseling can be sought to help improve coping patterns while maintaining a balanced psychological state of regular exercise and social activities.