Thanks again for your replies, they have been incredibly helpful. I am glad that I chose to seek support from such insightful and compassionate people. I can only apologise for my delay in responding, and for the short response I will be providing here. I myself have been struggling with my own personal problems, unrelated to my partner. I have learned a lot from your replies and my partner and I are on the road to understanding each other on a new level. Thank you again. You guys are great.