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The 4 Big Excuses We Make for Emotionally Abusive Partners

Emotional abuse often goes unrecognized, as it lacks visible signs, leading individuals to rationalize unhealthy relationships.

It's OK if You're Not Ready to Leave

Leaving emotionally abusive relationships requires careful preparation and support.
Emotional complexities can hinder the decision to leave an abusive partner.

Patient subject to emotional blackmail, court told

Emotional distress and alleged mistreatment by staff may have contributed to Alice Figueiredo's tragic death at a mental health hospital.

Healing the Wounds of Polarization

Polarization narrows perspectives, undermines mental health, and distorts truth across personal and societal relations.

Are They Actually Gaslighting You?

Gaslighting is a manipulative tactic that undermines a person's perception of reality, fostering self-doubt and eroding trust.

Wendy Williams speaks out against guardianship in rare interview: I feel like I'm in prison'

Wendy Williams described her guardianship as akin to imprisonment, criticizing the system for emotional abuse and claiming it is broken.

The 4 Big Excuses We Make for Emotionally Abusive Partners

Emotional abuse often goes unrecognized, as it lacks visible signs, leading individuals to rationalize unhealthy relationships.

It's OK if You're Not Ready to Leave

Leaving emotionally abusive relationships requires careful preparation and support.
Emotional complexities can hinder the decision to leave an abusive partner.

Patient subject to emotional blackmail, court told

Emotional distress and alleged mistreatment by staff may have contributed to Alice Figueiredo's tragic death at a mental health hospital.

Healing the Wounds of Polarization

Polarization narrows perspectives, undermines mental health, and distorts truth across personal and societal relations.

Are They Actually Gaslighting You?

Gaslighting is a manipulative tactic that undermines a person's perception of reality, fostering self-doubt and eroding trust.

Wendy Williams speaks out against guardianship in rare interview: I feel like I'm in prison'

Wendy Williams described her guardianship as akin to imprisonment, criticizing the system for emotional abuse and claiming it is broken.
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#literature

One longtime Gaiman fan on where we go from here

The allegations against Neil Gaiman are serious and disturbing, yet his literary contributions remain impactful for many.

Liars by Sarah Manguso review searing tale of a toxic marriage

The allure of masculine power often leads to the suppression of women's talents, resulting in toxic relationships that mirror historical literary themes.

One longtime Gaiman fan on where we go from here

The allegations against Neil Gaiman are serious and disturbing, yet his literary contributions remain impactful for many.

Liars by Sarah Manguso review searing tale of a toxic marriage

The allure of masculine power often leads to the suppression of women's talents, resulting in toxic relationships that mirror historical literary themes.
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#marriage

Divorced Women Are Revealing The "Hardest Parts" Of Marriage That No One Talks About

Marriage can lead to unexpected loneliness and unhappiness, emphasizing the importance of finding personal fulfillment outside of relationships.

MY HUSBAND SUCKS MY BRST LIKE A BABY! IF HE RETURNS FROM WORK AND DOESN'T FIND ME HOME HE WILL START LOOKING FOR ME EVERYWHERE AND CRYING

The woman's husband exhibits an unhealthy obsession with her breasts, creating emotional and physical distress for her.

Divorced Women Are Revealing The "Hardest Parts" Of Marriage That No One Talks About

Marriage can lead to unexpected loneliness and unhappiness, emphasizing the importance of finding personal fulfillment outside of relationships.

MY HUSBAND SUCKS MY BRST LIKE A BABY! IF HE RETURNS FROM WORK AND DOESN'T FIND ME HOME HE WILL START LOOKING FOR ME EVERYWHERE AND CRYING

The woman's husband exhibits an unhealthy obsession with her breasts, creating emotional and physical distress for her.
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#relationships

Guide: Different Ways To Leave A Narcissist Partner

Narcissistic relationships can be toxic and emotionally draining, making it vital to seek support when deciding to leave.

Anna Kendrick Opened Up About Moving Away From Comedy Roles After Her Abusive Relationship

Anna feels isolated in her relationship, describing it as living with a stranger after six years together.

A Divorced Single Mother Wrote.

Appreciating partners despite their flaws is crucial for relationship harmony and understanding.

Husbands And Boyfriends Are Getting Called Out By Women For Their Shocking Betrayals

Many women experience emotional and physical neglect or betrayal in relationships, highlighting a serious social issue.

Women Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were On A Date With A "Nice Guy" And Lord, I'm Ready To Swear Off All Men

Clingy behavior can quickly escalate from flirtation to manipulation and harassment, showcasing the dangers of emotional coercion.

Stonewalling as a Form of Emotional Abuse

The silent treatment is a form of emotional abuse that inflicts isolation and anxiety on victims.

Guide: Different Ways To Leave A Narcissist Partner

Narcissistic relationships can be toxic and emotionally draining, making it vital to seek support when deciding to leave.

Anna Kendrick Opened Up About Moving Away From Comedy Roles After Her Abusive Relationship

Anna feels isolated in her relationship, describing it as living with a stranger after six years together.

A Divorced Single Mother Wrote.

Appreciating partners despite their flaws is crucial for relationship harmony and understanding.

Husbands And Boyfriends Are Getting Called Out By Women For Their Shocking Betrayals

Many women experience emotional and physical neglect or betrayal in relationships, highlighting a serious social issue.

Women Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were On A Date With A "Nice Guy" And Lord, I'm Ready To Swear Off All Men

Clingy behavior can quickly escalate from flirtation to manipulation and harassment, showcasing the dangers of emotional coercion.

Stonewalling as a Form of Emotional Abuse

The silent treatment is a form of emotional abuse that inflicts isolation and anxiety on victims.
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Under the Influence: Gaslighting In Cults

Gaslighting can happen to anyone, making individuals susceptible to cult influence regardless of how skeptical they may feel about such experiences.
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'It Ends With Us' star Justin Baldoni reveals he was sexually traumatized by an ex: 'It got emotionally abusive'

Justin Baldoni opened up about experiencing emotional and sexual abuse in a past relationship, challenging societal perceptions of male victimhood.

Asking Eric: My husband wants to be the center of attention, not the grandpa

Acknowledge your husband's emotional issues but maintain your independence and joy in life.

'It Ends With Us' star Justin Baldoni reveals he was sexually traumatized by an ex: 'It got emotionally abusive'

Justin Baldoni opened up about experiencing emotional and sexual abuse in a past relationship, challenging societal perceptions of male victimhood.

Asking Eric: My husband wants to be the center of attention, not the grandpa

Acknowledge your husband's emotional issues but maintain your independence and joy in life.
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#toxic-relationships

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Parents Are Revealing The "Final Straw" Moment That Led To It

Setting boundaries and going no-contact with toxic parents is sometimes necessary for self-preservation.

Stuck in a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships persist due to financial concerns and fear of being alone; change can also mean altering personal reactions.

Men Who've Been In Toxic Relationships With Women Are Sharing Their Stories

Toxic relationships can occur in any gender dynamic, and men also experience significant emotional turmoil from women.

How to deal with a narcissistic boss, according to a psychotherapist

Narcissistic abuse in the workplace is common and can severely impact your career.
Recognizing narcissist traits is essential for managing and coping in a professional context.

People Revealed The Most Toxic Things Their Moms Ever Did To Them, And It's Unbelievable

Mothers have inflicted emotional scars on children through manipulation and abandonment.
Verbal abuse and emotional neglect by mothers can have long-lasting effects on a child's well-being.

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Parents Are Revealing The "Final Straw" Moment That Led To It

Setting boundaries and going no-contact with toxic parents is sometimes necessary for self-preservation.

Stuck in a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships persist due to financial concerns and fear of being alone; change can also mean altering personal reactions.

Men Who've Been In Toxic Relationships With Women Are Sharing Their Stories

Toxic relationships can occur in any gender dynamic, and men also experience significant emotional turmoil from women.

How to deal with a narcissistic boss, according to a psychotherapist

Narcissistic abuse in the workplace is common and can severely impact your career.
Recognizing narcissist traits is essential for managing and coping in a professional context.

People Revealed The Most Toxic Things Their Moms Ever Did To Them, And It's Unbelievable

Mothers have inflicted emotional scars on children through manipulation and abandonment.
Verbal abuse and emotional neglect by mothers can have long-lasting effects on a child's well-being.
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#breakup

Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia Moves Into Deluxe $13,000-a-Month Manhattan Penthouse After Zach Bryan Breakup Drama

Brianna Chickenfry has moved on from her breakup, living in a new penthouse while discussing her previous toxic relationship.

Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia claims ex Zach Bryan 'emotionally abused' her: 'I'm still scared'

Brianna LaPaglia discusses her abusive relationship with Zach Bryan, emphasizing the impact of emotional abuse and her decision to speak out for others.

Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia Moves Into Deluxe $13,000-a-Month Manhattan Penthouse After Zach Bryan Breakup Drama

Brianna Chickenfry has moved on from her breakup, living in a new penthouse while discussing her previous toxic relationship.

Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia claims ex Zach Bryan 'emotionally abused' her: 'I'm still scared'

Brianna LaPaglia discusses her abusive relationship with Zach Bryan, emphasizing the impact of emotional abuse and her decision to speak out for others.
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Top English academy trust faces safeguarding review over emotional abuse' of pupils

An independent safeguarding review at Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy is underway due to serious allegations of emotional abuse and neglect over two decades.

US country music star Zach Bryan adds third Phoenix Park gig as first two sell out

Country singer Luke Bryan is facing serious allegations from his ex-girlfriend, claiming emotional abuse and an attempt to suppress her through a non-disclosure agreement.

Yelling at your kid makes you 'not a safe person,' warns a parenting expert. 4 ways to stop

Yelling at children can have lasting emotional impacts and is seen as a form of emotional abuse.

What to Know About the Menendez Brothers' Resentencing Plea

The Menendez brothers await a decision on potential parole, based on claims of abuse and behavior during incarceration.

Cher's memoir made Howard Stern want to strangle' Sonny Bono

Cher's memoir exposes the emotional abuse she endured in her marriage with Sonny Bono, revealing the complexity of their relationship.
Howard Stern's interview reflects the conflicting feelings about Cher’s past with Bono, balancing appreciation for his talent with acknowledgment of his abusive behavior.

Man who discarded' wife after tricking her into leaving Australia jailed for exit trafficking

A Victorian man was sentenced to four and a half years for exit trafficking, coercing his wife to Sudan and abandoning her with their children.

Brianna Chickenfry claims Zach Bryan 'freaked the f-k out' when she sang a Morgan Wallen song - wasn't 'allowed' to listen to this other male artist

Brianna LaPaglia opens up about her abusive relationship with Zach Bryan, detailing a controlling environment and emotional turmoil during their time together.

People Are Sharing The Heart-Wrenching Reasons They Refuse To Leave Their Unhappy Marriages

The struggles of relocation, unequal partnership, and emotional abuse contributed to the deterioration of the relationship and emotional well-being of the author.
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People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized Their Relationship Wasn't Healthy, And The Responses Range From Heartbreaking To Rage-Inducing

Abusive relationships often reveal severe emotional manipulation and control through various moments that lead individuals to realize something is wrong.

What Happens When You Leave a Narcissist

Walking away from a narcissist often leads to retaliation and emotional turmoil for the victim.

People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized Their Relationship Wasn't Healthy, And The Responses Range From Heartbreaking To Rage-Inducing

Abusive relationships often reveal severe emotional manipulation and control through various moments that lead individuals to realize something is wrong.

What Happens When You Leave a Narcissist

Walking away from a narcissist often leads to retaliation and emotional turmoil for the victim.
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The Indo Daily: Nicola Hanney on surviving a terminal cancer diagnosis and 'vile' coercive control nightmare

Nicola Hanney's experience highlights the severe impact of coercive control and the legal acknowledgment of such abuse in Ireland.

Inside 'Murder Home' Where Lois Riess Brutally Killed Her Husband-as She Gets Set To Tell Her Tale in New HBO Documentary

Lois Riess claims emotional abuse motivated her husband's murder, but cannot justify her subsequent violent crime spree.
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How To Know You Are In An Abusive Marriage.

Many individuals experience emotional and physical abuse in a dominating marital relationship, feeling trapped and devalued.

Where Did Justine Go?' One Woman Disappears Into Devotion

Recognizing and addressing emotional and spiritual abuse in religious communities.

How To Know You Are In An Abusive Marriage.

Many individuals experience emotional and physical abuse in a dominating marital relationship, feeling trapped and devalued.

Where Did Justine Go?' One Woman Disappears Into Devotion

Recognizing and addressing emotional and spiritual abuse in religious communities.
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Rory Dames Disappeared From The SafeSport Database And SafeSport Isn't Saying Why | Defector

Rory Dames was a well-known soccer coach who faced numerous abuse allegations, ultimately resigning as scrutiny increased.
#poetry

Having been repeatedly annihilated by my mother, I'm resilient as hell': Gwyneth Lewis

The author's writing journey reflects the challenges of seeking approval while battling emotional abuse in a close familial relationship.

Poem of the week: Llyfr Geirfa fy Nhad / My Father's Vocabulary Book by Gwyneth Lewis

Gwyneth Lewis uses poetry in 'Nightshade Mother' to navigate the complexities of emotional abuse and the impact of her family dynamics.

Having been repeatedly annihilated by my mother, I'm resilient as hell': Gwyneth Lewis

The author's writing journey reflects the challenges of seeking approval while battling emotional abuse in a close familial relationship.

Poem of the week: Llyfr Geirfa fy Nhad / My Father's Vocabulary Book by Gwyneth Lewis

Gwyneth Lewis uses poetry in 'Nightshade Mother' to navigate the complexities of emotional abuse and the impact of her family dynamics.
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#domestic-violence

'A Survivor's Education' Contains Lessons About Domestic Violence for Us All

Neumeyer's book unveils the complexity of staying in abusive relationships, highlighting emotional manipulation alongside the societal dynamics of female independence.

Domestic abuse survivor: My ex used threats of revenge porn to stop me leaving'

Emma Armstrong's account highlights the troubling dynamics of abusive relationships and the importance of support for survivors.

As a GP, I don't match people's idea of a domestic violence victim. I'm confused how I got here too | Anonymous

Domestic violence awareness and education in medical training are critical yet lacking, as many professionals remain uninformed about its various forms.

'It Ends with Us' Struggled to Meaningfully Engage with the Subject of Abuse, but These Films Do

The film misses a critical exploration of domestic violence, focusing instead on personal conflicts and narratives that flatten crucial themes.

'A Survivor's Education' Contains Lessons About Domestic Violence for Us All

Neumeyer's book unveils the complexity of staying in abusive relationships, highlighting emotional manipulation alongside the societal dynamics of female independence.

Domestic abuse survivor: My ex used threats of revenge porn to stop me leaving'

Emma Armstrong's account highlights the troubling dynamics of abusive relationships and the importance of support for survivors.

As a GP, I don't match people's idea of a domestic violence victim. I'm confused how I got here too | Anonymous

Domestic violence awareness and education in medical training are critical yet lacking, as many professionals remain uninformed about its various forms.

'It Ends with Us' Struggled to Meaningfully Engage with the Subject of Abuse, but These Films Do

The film misses a critical exploration of domestic violence, focusing instead on personal conflicts and narratives that flatten crucial themes.
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14 Times Actors Called Out The Directors They Realllly Hated Working With (And Why)

Directors often mistreat actors, leading to significant emotional distress on set.

5 Takeaways From The Times's Investigation Into Shen Yun

Shen Yun's success masks serious issues, including the exploitation and emotional distress of its young performers.
Performers exhibit extreme dedication to Falun Gong, often at the cost of their well-being.

People Who Got Divorced After Under A Year Of Marriage Are Sharing Their Heartbreaking, Horrifying, And Downright Shocking Stories

Marriages ending shortly after weddings often involve emotional abuse and external influences, such as family members or infidelity.
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Dear Abby: He got so mad about the Google Maps issue. Should I have said something?

Helping a loved one recognize and address emotional abuse is challenging but can be done with patience and support.

17 Toxic Fathers Who Do NOT Deserve To Be Parents

Fathers have caused deep emotional wounds through neglect and rejection.
Lack of acknowledgment and support from a father figure can have profound negative impacts.

Dear Abby: He got so mad about the Google Maps issue. Should I have said something?

Helping a loved one recognize and address emotional abuse is challenging but can be done with patience and support.

17 Toxic Fathers Who Do NOT Deserve To Be Parents

Fathers have caused deep emotional wounds through neglect and rejection.
Lack of acknowledgment and support from a father figure can have profound negative impacts.
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Arts School Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuit for $12.5 Million

UNC School of the Arts settled lawsuit with alumni over widespread sexual and emotional abuse, compensating 65 former students with $12.5 million.

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Silent treatment can harm relationships through emotional abuse and lack of communication.
Handling silent treatment involves consistent communication, avoiding anger in responses, and refraining from blame games.

Experts say that gender-affirming care bans amount to 'abuse.' Why won't lawmakers listen?

Bans on gender-affirming care for minors amount to state-sanctioned medical neglect and emotional abuse.
Restrictions on transgender youth's access to puberty blockers and hormones deny them routine healthcare that decreases high rates of suicide and depression.
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