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Leaving an abusive relationship is an incredibly difficult and daunting task, fraught with a myriad of challenges. Victims of abuse often find themselves trapped...
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The Silent Treatment: A Toxic Tool of Control
The silent treatment is a common response in many relationships, but what might seem like a momentary pause or cooling-off period can be much...
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Differences in family planning and sexual health decisions are common in relationships, but some individuals use these matters to control their partners and influence...
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Dating Someone New? Pay Attention to These 10 Dating Red Flags
Dating someone new is a thrilling experience filled with the excitement of discovery and the possibility of a meaningful connection. While getting caught up...
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Stalking as a Tool of Coercive Control in Domestic Abuse Contexts
Stalking is often viewed as an isolated criminal behavior, but when it occurs in the context of intimate partner violence, it becomes a tool...
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Emotional Blackmail in Relationships: Understanding the Hidden Manipulation
Emotional blackmail is a subtle yet powerful form of manipulation that preys on a person's vulnerabilities, using fear, guilt, and obligation to control them....