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Film
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Rewatching 'Drop Dead Fred' As A Mom Will Make You Rethink How You Parent

Toxic parenting can have long-lasting effects on children's self-esteem and relationships.
#family-dynamics
#narcissism
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Narcissists Gaslight You Into Dissociation

Narcissistic relationships can trigger dissociation, leading to emotional fragmentation and confusion as victims cope with manipulation and psychological stress.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
9 months ago

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.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Narcissists Gaslight You Into Dissociation

Narcissistic relationships can trigger dissociation, leading to emotional fragmentation and confusion as victims cope with manipulation and psychological stress.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Just Another Day in the Gym: Maltreatment in Youth Sports

The U.S. Center for SafeSport's 2024 Athlete Culture & Climate Survey shows that 78% of athletes experienced behaviors related to emotional harm and neglect during their sports involvement.
Mental health
#relationships
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Parenting

33 Horror Stories Of Dating Insufferable Momma's Boys That Would Make Oedipus Himself Blush

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Parenting

33 Horror Stories Of Dating Insufferable Momma's Boys That Would Make Oedipus Himself Blush

#toxic-relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Relationships

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Parents Are Revealing The "Final Straw" Moment That Led To Their Decision, And I Have No Words

fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Relationships

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Parents Are Revealing The "Final Straw" Moment That Led To Their Decision, And I Have No Words

Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Women Are Sharing The Toxic Relationship Behaviors They Thought Were Normal

Toxic relationships often go unnoticed until they reach a breaking point, leading to emotional distress and long-term effects.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

A controlling partner is isolating my daughter. What can I do to help?

Domestic abuse, especially in a relationship context where one partner exhibits jealousy and controlling behavior, can lead to a profound loss of identity for the victim.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Importance of Understanding Thought Control

Thought control encompasses multiple strategies to influence cognitions, emotions, and behaviors, including psychotherapy, mindfulness, persuasion, peer pressure, and more coercive methods like torture.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why LGBTQ Victims Are at Greater Risk of Domestic Abuse

LGBTQ individuals face increased domestic abuse risks, particularly non-physical forms.
Existing protection laws inadequately address emotional and psychological abuse among LGBTQ victims.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

SAVAGE LOVE: Situation Critical

You are not an asshole for leaving this situationship, considering the emotional toll it was taking on your mental health and self-esteem.
NYC LGBT
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

35 Kids Who Learned The Painful Truth That Their Family Was "Off"

Many individuals have pivotal moments that reveal family trauma, leading to personal revelations and the quest for healing.
#domestic-violence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ordinary Love by Marie Rutkoski review some of the best sex scenes I've read this year

Sex is notoriously difficult to write. Some authors avoid it entirely; even those who have been called great can come a cropper.
Relationships
#marriage
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

19 Harsh But Necessary Wake-Up Calls That Provoked People To Leave Their Unhappy Marriages

Many shared stories illustrate the harsh realizations that marriages are over due to betrayal and emotional neglect.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

19 Harsh But Necessary Wake-Up Calls That Provoked People To Leave Their Unhappy Marriages

Many shared stories illustrate the harsh realizations that marriages are over due to betrayal and emotional neglect.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Asking Eric: The kid who smiled while he tortured his brother is not normal

The behavior of the older brother could escalate to bullying or abuse, but the fact is it already has risen to that level. Immediate steps are crucial.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dear Abby: My friend treats her stepson like Cinderella, I can't stand to watch

Intervention is necessary for a mistreated child, and sometimes tough decisions are needed, including contacting child protective services.
fromAll Singles And Married
2 months ago

18 CHILDISH HABITS OF AN IMMATURE WIFE.

This behavior signifies avoidance and unwillingness to resolve conflicts. A mature partner would address issues directly, while immaturity leads to childish running away.
Parenting
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Verbally Abused by Your Adult Child? Here's What to Do

Setting boundaries with an emotionally abusive child is essential for your well-being.
Recognizing the difference between hurt and emotional punishment is crucial.
It is possible to maintain love while also protecting yourself.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Love Hurts: Identifying Emotional Manipulation

Emotional abuse involves manipulative behaviors that degrade and control partners, leading to psychological harm.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Criticism as Emotional Abuse

Persistent, demeaning criticism targets insecurities, distorts reality, and can be a subtle form of emotional abuse that is often difficult to recognize.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

7 Reasons Adult Children Stay Connected to Toxic Parents

This connection is biological; your survival depends on it. Even if your parents didn't provide consistent safety or nurturing, the need for their acceptance and approval remains strong.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

3 Ways a 'Strongman-Underdog' Dynamic Strains Relationships

In some relationships, the 'strongman' controls decisions, leading the 'underdog' to feel small and lose their voice, ultimately damaging their confidence.
Relationships
Parenting
fromPage Six
3 months ago

Julia Fox gives scathing warning to women after ex made important decision about son without her permission

Julia Fox cautions women against having children with partners who may neglect them.
Fox expresses feelings of being gaslighted regarding her child's baptism.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

I Help People Get Divorced. These Are The Biggest Relationship Red Flags I Constantly See.

High-conflict spouses can inflict severe emotional and financial damage after a breakup.
The family court system can inadvertently enable abusive behavior in high-conflict divorces.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

6 Gaslighting Phrases People Say To Manipulate You

Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used by emotional abusers to undermine victims' perceptions of reality.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Andrew Tate's ex-girlfriend accuses him of sexual assault and battery

Andrew Tate faces a lawsuit from an ex-girlfriend alleging sexual assault and emotional abuse during their relationship.
fromTODAY.com
4 months ago

Hulk Hogan's daughter Brooke reveals why she's gone 'no contact' with both of her parents

Brooke Hogan cites emotional abuse as the reason for her estrangement from her parents.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

15 People Are Revealing The Exact Moment They Realized Their Family Was Toxic

Some family dynamics can reveal toxic behaviors unexpectedly, impacting personal well-being.
NYC parents
fromVulture
1 year ago

What's Up With Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert's Messy Divorce?

Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert are finalizing their divorce after a tumultuous relationship marked by allegations of emotional abuse.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Dear Abby: The bride uninvited me because of my service dog

Service dogs should be accommodated, and it's acceptable not to give gifts if uninvited.
In abusive relationships, prioritizing one's safety and seeking separation or divorce is critical.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Bill Burr: 'I am a mess of a human being ... but it makes for good comedy'

Bill Burr shares his struggles with anger while emphasizing the challenge of managing emotions in the moment.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Pupils are in fear every day': parents raise concerns about new schools run by top UK academy

Parents and teachers are concerned about children's treatment at three Essex schools under Mossbourne Federation.
Allegations include emotional abuse and severe discipline practices leading to student anxiety.
#wendy-williams
fromTiny Buddha
6 months ago

4 Lessons I Learned from Leaving a Toxic Relationship - Tiny Buddha

It takes strength and self-love to say goodbye to what no longer serves you. Leaving an abusive marriage after years of attempts can be transformative yet challenging.
Writing
fromSFGATE
7 months ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

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.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
8 months ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

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.
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