Hamlet's Behavior Towards Ophelia

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When a couple is in a relationship they should have trust between them, be committed, and respectful to each other. They should listen to one another’s problems to release the stress and prevent negative thoughts. Supporting each other is important as well. However, problems will arise if one of them is not devoted. Not because they do not want to, but for the reason that they are young and do not have free will of their own actions. The relationship will then start deteriorating. In The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by Shakespeare, Hamlet’s behavior towards Ophelia shifts from loathe in the beginning to repent in the end.
Ophelia is a girl of 16 years old that lives in a world full of love illusions. As a young girl that she is, it is easy for other people to take advantage and control her. Hamlet, her lover, apprises Ophelia in his feelings towards her. She believes every word said. Laertes her brother, and Polonius her father, both believe Hamlet is not enough for Ophelia. Hamlet is only a prince and has no power, which does not benefit Ophelia’s family members. Laertes te...

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