cents-less love

It's frequently overshadowed by dreams of a never-ending shoe closet, but there is one drawback to dating a rich guy:

The mood swings you get when the economy goes bad.

That's what prompted these New York women to seek comfort in Dating a Banker Anonymous, a support group that helps women whose relationships suffer when the stock market tumbles.

The group even has its own blog -- a site poised to build up your spirits "if your monthly Bergdorf’s allowance has been halved and bottle service has all but disappeared from your life."

The support group exists in world that's far different from what we see here in Columbus. But it touches on a valid frustration: what to do when your partner is stressed.

The economy has upped the stress level for many professions, not just bankers. And it's likely many of you reading this blog post have dealt with a significant other whose mood swings have escalated in recent months.

What's the best approach in this situation? Inspiring words, or a simple "I'm here if you need me"?