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toxic relationships

Do You Have "Control Issues" In Your Relationships? This Might Be Why

Has anyone ever accused you of being controlling?

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Sarah Regan
November 3 2021

Trauma Bonding Is Not A Good Thing: Here's What It Really Means

This is a feature of abusive relationships.

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Julie Nguyen
October 30 2021

3 Ways To Actually Deal With Controlling People, From Therapists

We've all met a controlling person at some point.

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Sarah Regan
October 27 2021

How Soon Is Too Soon To Move In Together? 8 Signs To Look For

The No. 1 thing to look for: behavioral consistency.

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Acamea Deadwiler, M.S.
October 24 2021

6 Signs You (Or Someone You Know) Have A Superiority Complex + What To Do

Funnily enough, a superiority complex is just a masked inferiority complex.

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Stephanie Barnes
October 16 2021

This Defense Mechanism Comes Up In Arguments A Lot — And It's Pretty Toxic

"You're being dramatic."

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Sarah Regan
September 28 2021

Are You In A Toxic Relationship? This Simple Quiz Can Help You Find Out

There is no room for aggression, threats, attacks, or controlling behavior in a healthy relationship.

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Kelly Gonsalves
September 27 2021

Is Unrequited Love Really Love — Or Something Else Entirely?

Perhaps unrequited love is better defined simply as longing—longing for someone so desperately that it feels like love, even when it's not.

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Kelly Gonsalves
September 26 2021

This Is What Narcissistic Abuse Looks Like — And Why It's So Harmful

If the relationship is all about the other person, that's not a good sign.

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Nafeesah Allen, Ph.D.
September 25 2021

What Does It Really Mean To Be Passive-Aggressive? Here Are Some Examples

There are those who directly display aggression and those who don't.

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Sarah Regan
September 24 2021

13 Signs You're Dealing With A Controlling Person + What To Do

Controlling behavior isn't always physical aggression and outright demands.

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Sarah Regan
September 22 2021

Getting This Kind Of Text From Your Ex Is A Big Red Flag

This is a common behavior among narcissists, BTW.

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Julie Nguyen
September 18 2021

Therapists Say This Conflict Style Can Ruin Relationships Over Time

Do you tend to stonewall during arguments?

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Farrah Daniel
September 16 2021

4 Essential Steps To Dealing With Jealousy In Relationships, From A Therapist

At the core, jealousy stems from insecurity.

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Beverley Andre, LMFT
September 15 2021

So You Know Your Own Attachment Style — But Which Ones Should You Date?

This might save you a lot of time!

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Carla Marie Manly, Ph.D.
September 12 2021

Is Someone's Invisible Labor Going Unnoticed In Your Relationship?

Recognizing the work equates to recognizing the persons doing the work.

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Jordan Dann, LP
September 2 2021

The One Red Flag This Therapist Wants You To Watch Out For In Relationships

Keep an eye out for red flags—and proceed with caution when they appear.

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Sarah Regan
September 1 2021

Were You The "Golden Child" Growing Up? How It Can Affect You In Adulthood

If your parents expected perfection from you, you should read this.

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Stephanie Barnes
August 31 2021

Know Someone Who Refuses To Grow Up? 6 Signs They Might Have Peter Pan Syndrome

Playfulness is great. Avoiding responsibilities at all costs? Not so much.

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Alex Shea
August 26 2021

How Do You Rebuild Trust In A Relationship When It's Been Broken?

Look within yourself and your relationship to start the rebuilding process.

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Kiaundra Jackson, LMFT
August 24 2021