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woman maintaining a neutral presence with text 'Grey rock method'

The psychology behind the grey rock method

Liz Talago•January 2, 2026

woman refusing to acknowledge her partner

The psychology behind the silent treatment

Saya Des Marais•December 5, 2025

a couple trying to open up healthier communication with text 'Blame-shifting'

Why someone might blame-shift

Siobhan Neela-Stock•December 3, 2025

a couple dealing with emotional pressure

Recognizing guilt-tripping and taking back your power

Linda Childers•October 24, 2025

man experiencing depression with text 'Verbal abuse'

Healing from the emotional toll of verbal abuse

Brandy Chalmers, LPC•October 21, 2025

grid of blurred and clear green circles illustrating how there are many causes of control issues

What are control issues, and where do they come from?

Linda Childers•October 17, 2025

woman regulating her emotions with text 'How therapy can help after domestic abuse'

How therapy helps survivors of domestic violence recover

Liz Talago•September 26, 2025

woman ending the cycle of reactive abuse by practicing coping skills with text 'Reactive abuse'

What is reactive abuse?

Brandy Chalmers, LPC•April 28, 2025

a couple having difficulties because of weaponized incompetence

Breaking free from passive-aggressive abuse

Liz Talago•March 27, 2025

a couple in a trauma bond making excuses for their behavior

Understanding trauma bonds in narcissistic relationships

Liz Talago•February 14, 2025

Man is sitting down on the ground with both hands on his hand. His eyes are closed and his head is slightly facing down. He is wearing a blue and brown striped flannel shirt with jeans. The background is blue and blurry.

The role of emotional abuse in eating disorders

Liz Talago•October 30, 2024

Relationship self-sabotage: Recognizing and breaking the cycle

Liz Talago•October 16, 2024

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Effects of sexual abuse on mental health

Leslie Hughes•October 2, 2024

Five signs of an emotionally abusive relationship

Leslie Hughes•September 20, 2024

The impact of domestic abuse on mental health

Linda Childers•September 20, 2024

Identifying and recovering from narcissistic abuse

Liz Talago•September 18, 2024

Recognizing and dealing with an abusive friend

Liz Talago•September 18, 2024

Financial abuse in relationships: What to know and how to protect yourself

Liz Talago•August 19, 2024

How to respond to gaslighting safely and effectively

Liz Talago•July 23, 2024

What are the signs and symptoms of sexual abuse?

Alex Bachert•June 25, 2024

Covert emotional abuse: 20 signs and how to recover

Liz Talago•April 30, 2024

Gaslighting and its impact on mental health

Liz Talago•April 23, 2024

Signs of emotional abuse from parents and how to heal

Alex Bachert•April 10, 2024

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Abuse

Latest

All Abuse Attachment Couples & marriage Family dynamics Friendships Workplace relationships

woman maintaining a neutral presence with text 'Grey rock method'

The psychology behind the grey rock method

Liz Talago•January 2, 2026

woman refusing to acknowledge her partner

The psychology behind the silent treatment

Saya Des Marais•December 5, 2025

a couple trying to open up healthier communication with text 'Blame-shifting'

Why someone might blame-shift

Siobhan Neela-Stock•December 3, 2025

a couple dealing with emotional pressure

Recognizing guilt-tripping and taking back your power

Linda Childers•October 24, 2025

man experiencing depression with text 'Verbal abuse'

Healing from the emotional toll of verbal abuse

Brandy Chalmers, LPC•October 21, 2025

grid of blurred and clear green circles illustrating how there are many causes of control issues

What are control issues, and where do they come from?

Linda Childers•October 17, 2025

woman regulating her emotions with text 'How therapy can help after domestic abuse'

How therapy helps survivors of domestic violence recover

Liz Talago•September 26, 2025

woman ending the cycle of reactive abuse by practicing coping skills with text 'Reactive abuse'

What is reactive abuse?

Brandy Chalmers, LPC•April 28, 2025

a couple having difficulties because of weaponized incompetence

Breaking free from passive-aggressive abuse

Liz Talago•March 27, 2025

a couple in a trauma bond making excuses for their behavior

Understanding trauma bonds in narcissistic relationships

Liz Talago•February 14, 2025

Man is sitting down on the ground with both hands on his hand. His eyes are closed and his head is slightly facing down. He is wearing a blue and brown striped flannel shirt with jeans. The background is blue and blurry.

The role of emotional abuse in eating disorders

Liz Talago•October 30, 2024

Relationship self-sabotage: Recognizing and breaking the cycle

Liz Talago•October 16, 2024

Explore more categories

Mental health conditions Mental wellbeing Therapy modalities Life events & transitions Relationships & communication Identity & personal growth Child & teen mental health For therapists Rula resources Psychiatry & medication Tests & Quizzes Comparisons Surveys Therapy basics

Effects of sexual abuse on mental health

Leslie Hughes•October 2, 2024

Five signs of an emotionally abusive relationship

Leslie Hughes•September 20, 2024

The impact of domestic abuse on mental health

Linda Childers•September 20, 2024

Identifying and recovering from narcissistic abuse

Liz Talago•September 18, 2024

Recognizing and dealing with an abusive friend

Liz Talago•September 18, 2024

Financial abuse in relationships: What to know and how to protect yourself

Liz Talago•August 19, 2024

How to respond to gaslighting safely and effectively

Liz Talago•July 23, 2024

What are the signs and symptoms of sexual abuse?

Alex Bachert•June 25, 2024

Covert emotional abuse: 20 signs and how to recover

Liz Talago•April 30, 2024

Gaslighting and its impact on mental health

Liz Talago•April 23, 2024

Signs of emotional abuse from parents and how to heal

Alex Bachert•April 10, 2024

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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support with trained crisis counselors.

If you or a loved one is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, please call or text 988.

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