Tag: abuse
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3 Red Flags That Reveal Emotional Neglect
Emotional neglect is one of the most dangerous types of abuse someone could experience. It’s especially harmful because it’s not about actively hurting someone else. As opposed to, for example, physical abuse, neglect doesn’t leave any signs. And it doesn’t look like abuse at first glance. Emotional neglect is much more subtle than other mistreatments,…
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How to Recognize the 10 Signs of Low Self-Esteem (and How to Boost It)
It’s sometimes easy to recognize low self-esteem, but other times the signs aren’t so obvious. People who lack confidence try to hide it, but knowing the signs of low self-esteem can help you identify it. Self-esteem refers to a person’s opinion of themselves, including their identity, competence, and sense of belonging. If someone lacks self-esteem,…
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8 Red Flags That Reveal a Psychopathic Personality
When it comes to dating, the word psychopath sends an icy chill down your spine. In life, there are certain people that you want to avoid, and anyone with a psychopathic personality is one of them. Why do these individuals make life so unbearable, and how do you avoid getting entangled with one? The real…
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5 Signs of a Vindictive Partner Too Many People Don’t Realize
Are you scared that your partner will look to enact revenge if you try to leave? Do you feel stuck and unable to take your life into your own hands? Do you feel like your partner is controlling your life or vindictive? Many people have had to fear that their abusive partner will become vindictive…
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8 Ways to Deal with a Disrespectful Partner So They’ll Never Do It Again
You expect it to be built on love, trust, and respect when you’re in a relationship. If your partner is constantly showing you disrespect, you may need to take some action. Here are eight ways to deal with a disrespectful partner. What is disrespect? The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines disrespect as showing low regard or…
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12 Signs of Gaslighting in Relationships
Relationships take hard work, and even if you give yourself 100 percent to each other, there may still be issues. Have you ever been with an individual that made you question your gut instincts, feelings, and even your sanity? You may be told you’re constantly overreacting, and it causes you to second-guess yourself, which is…