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verbal abuse
Articles
Signs You Are Being Emotionally Abused by Your Partner
No relationship is perfect and when one or both partners are dealing with stress, it is not uncommon for there to be arguing, shouting,...
Articles
12 Signs You Are in a Controlling Relationship
A controlling partner might not be easy to recognize initially. At first, their constant attention might feel flattering. However, bit-by-bit, it can become overwhelming...
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Narcissistic Abuse: Key Signs and Coping Strategies
Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional and psychological manipulation and a pattern of abusive behavior used by individuals with narcissistic tendencies or narcissistic...
Stories
From Love to Fear: Surviving a Controlling Relationship
I met Daniel in the summer of 2008 while traveling through Spain. I was a wide-eyed tourist, exploring the vibrant streets of Barcelona, when...
Articles
Signs of Gaslighting: 15 Red Flags to Watch Out For
Gaslighting is a manipulative tactic to gain power and control over someone. Recognizing the signs of gaslighting is crucial, as it plants seeds of...
Articles
10 Common Excuses Abusers Give for Their Behavior
Abusive relationships often operate under a veil of excuses and justifications that the perpertrator uses to rationalize his behavior. It's important for victims and...
Articles
Words That Wound: Distinguishing Verbal Abuse from Normal Arguments
Every relationship encounters disagreements and conflicts, and at times, these can escalate into shouting and name-calling. We can all lose our temper and say...
Articles
Understanding and Recognizing Coercive Control
Domestic abuse encompasses far more than just physical violence. It often includes a less visible, yet deeply damaging form of abuse known as coercive...