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7 Ways Transmasculine Folks Experience Emotional Abuse in Relationships
The toxic and abusive expressions of “love” that this author has experienced are far too common. If you notice any of these patterns in your relationship(s), here’s a chance to make a necessary change.
Read More5 Ways to Rebuild And Love Yourself After An Emotionally Abusive Relationship
If I could describe the impact and aftermath of emotional abuse in one word, it would be invisible. Emotional abuse may leave no physical marks, but the depth of the scars and the weight of the pain creates a burden that people can’t see—or don’t want to. According to Psychology Today’s Andrea Matthews, emotionally abusive…
Read MoreAdmiring Emotionally Abusive Relationships: What Our Attraction to Edward from Twilight Means for Us
Years ago, I was seduced by Edward Cullen in Twilight. But today I see what I thought was caring and protective was actually controlling and emotionally abusive.
Read MoreWhy I Stayed With An Abusive Partner – And How Emotional Abuse Gave Me PTSD
Myths about intimate partner violence include thinking survivors should “just leave,” and doubting whether emotional abuse is “enough” to give someone PTSD. This author’s story puts those myths to rest.
Read MoreWhy the Myth of the ‘Bad Kid’ is Dangerous
Have you ever known a child who was labeled a “bad kid”? It’s a damaging label – and this author saw it happen to a child on day two of kindergarten. Here’s why we need shift the common idea that some kids are just bad.
Read More4 Myths About Intimate Partner Violence in Lesbian Relationships
The idea that intimate partner violence occurs in lesbian relationships may seem ridiculous. But this belief isn’t only false; it’s damaging. It can prevent lesbians from seeking help when they are in an abusive relationship. After all, who’s going to believe them? Here are four myths about IPV in lesbian relationships that can prevent women from seeking help.
Read More7 Tactics of Emotional Abuse Used By Trump Supporters Post-Election
Silencing, mocking, and threats of physical violence? You might be surprised to know that these common responses to Trump’s win from his supporters are actually abusive.
Read More10 Emotional Abuse Tactics That Trump Blatantly Used in the First Debate
Did you notice any of these in the presidential debate? Emotional and verbal abuse are being normalized – so let’s shed some light to show what’s really going on.
Read MoreViolence Through Words Is Still Violence – And This Stirring Response to Emotional Abuse Will Show You Why
Ever had someone (even a survivor) refuse to call violence that’s not physical “abuse?” This woman’s story leaves no doubt that it is.
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Read MoreWorried Your Partner Is Emotionally Abusive? Check Out These 7 Warning Signs
There’s a misconception that abusive partners always use physical violence, which can make it hard to tell if your partner’s abusive. This comic can help you figure out what’s happening and what to do next.
Read MoreOverly Sensitive, Highly Emotional, and Other ‘Feminine Flaws’
This author is tired of people calling her “highly emotional” or “overly sensitive.” In this article she offers some insights on the reasons people feel the need to label you and your emotions, and your options for managing those labels.
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Read MoreHow to Heal Brokenness in a Relationship
Sometimes – well, most times – there’s pain in a relationship. And sometimes, things can become so fragile and hard to navigate that irreparable cracks surface, and the relationship becomes broken. And I’ve been there. Far too many times. Learning, growing, and working hard to understand why brokenness breaks you – and what to do about it – is a journey. But it’s one worth taking.
Read MoreMaintaining Your Identity in a Relationship
There are three parties in a relationship: you, your partner, and the relationship itself. You have to take care of yourself first and make sure you are truly happy in order to flourish with a partner. Relationships ought to bring benefit to you. Here are some ways to make sure you take responsibility for maintaining yourself and your relationship.
Read MoreHow to Recognize Signs of Sexual Abuse
If we can all learn how to recognize signs of sexual abuse, we’ll be in better positions to support survivors. Here’s info on how from Dr. Lindsey Doe.
Read More50 Shades of Grey: Kink or Abuse?
There’s been a lot of criticism in feminist and kink communities over the “Fifty Shades of Grey” series – first as novels, and now as movies. And the biggest problem is that what’s being depicted here isn’t really BDSM – it’s intimate partner violence, from stalking behavior to ignoring safe words. Watch this video to learn more about the controversy.
Read MoreHow to Set Boundaries After Abuse
When you’re depressed, anxious, abused, and/or have been isolated your whole life, it’s easy to feel like other people can’t really ever get close. Socializing is really hard for people who’ve had nothing but abuse. And we keep waiting for someone healthy to save us. But they can’t. So how can we fight this process and end the cycle? Here are some ways to get started.
Read More7 Ways Social Justice Language Can Become Abusive in Intimate Relationships
It’s dangerous when social justice ideas – the same ones that empower us – are used to harm people. Here are some signs that this is happening in your life or community.
Read MoreIt’s Not Your Relationship That’s Abusive, It’s Your Partner – Here’s Why That Distinction Matters
Have you noticed our articles don’t say “abusive relationship?” These are some really good reasons for you to drop that phrase, too.
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