It may be best to go into a rebound relationship knowing that its a rebound and you are in it for that purpose, Sherman told INSIDER. You can go into it knowing that you still have to mourn and complete your past relationship before you will probably be psychologically ready to have another intimate lasting one.

Is it bad to rebound after a relationship?

Do rebound relationships work? Most people would say that rebound relationships arent a good idea. The classic take on the rebound relationship normally involves someone rushing into a new relationship before theyre over their previous mate - effectively replacing the old partner with a new one.

How long after a breakup should you rebound?

Most people need a month or two to process the breakup, to mourn, and to integrate lessons before jumping back in if they were in a fairly serious relationship, she says. If you dated someone for a year or more, you may need three to four months.

Do rebounds help after a breakup?

A rebound relationship can help convince someone that they are still attractive and lovable, Bennett says. It is exciting, after all, to get texts and go on dates. And hey, it very well may be helpful to have a little fling while moving through the toughest stages of a breakup.