While we can all say different things about love, the one thing most people can agree on is that it should feel safe. You should never be worried about saying the wrong thing to your partner or having ...

Relationships should be built on trust, respect, and equality. Unfortunately, some partners exhibit controlling behaviors that can damage your well-being and independence. Recognizing these warning ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Abusive behavior is not always obvious. Here are some of the mechanisms ...

Recognizing controlling behavior in relationships can be challenging, especially when it develops gradually over time. Many controlling behaviors might initially appear as expressions of love or ...

Recognizing these subtle behaviors is crucial. When you know which signs indicate this manipulation, you can take action ...

Tension: Reassuring words can mask power plays; what sounds caring may quietly corral your choices and rewrite your narrative. Noise: Feel-good communication advice equates positivity with kindness, ...

In my years as a psychologist and now as a mental health podcast host, I've long since learned that stereotypes don't apply when it comes to controlling partners. Toxic relationships can sneak up on ...

When we think of an unhealthy relationship, we often picture loud fights, sheer manipulation, or clear-cut abuse. But sometimes, controlling behavior is more subtle—it sneaks in quietly, disguised as ...