Not everyone knows where they stand with their romantic partner.

In the dating world, there’s a popular term for that – a “situationship.”

Signs of a situationship include inconsistent communication, minimal future planning and a lack of growth.

Dr. Susan Albers, a psychologist for the Cleveland Clinic, said situationships contain the love and romance of a traditional relationship without containing traditional labels such as boyfriend or girlfriend. They have fewer obligations and are often not a committed relationship. Some see this as a fun, low-pressure way to date, but they don’t work for everyone.

As she explains, our brains tend to love clarity and consistency and without that, you may feel anxious or confused.

“If you find yourself in a situationship, you can take a pause and ask yourself, is this meeting my needs and creating joy? Or is it causing anxiety and confusion? Clear and open communication about your boundaries and expectations can help both parties be on the same page.

Dr. Albers said a survey found 30% of today’s generation would prefer to be in a “situationship” because it gives people the flexibility and freedom.