Have you ever been in a conversation where you feel things are getting off-topic or out of control, but you can’t figure out how

The Lasting Impact of Growing Up with a Narcissistic ParentIt’s difficult to fully comprehend the impact of a narcissistic parent on a child. Children of

Sharing your story—publicly or privately—is a significant step in the healing journey for any survivor. Some prefer to share their story with one or two

Emotional abuse—or what The MEND Project refers to as covert emotional abuse—is hidden abuse and can be out of sight, going unnoticed and undetected

Discerning the experiences and stories of two people can be tricky and confusing. This is especially true when there is a long history of abuse,

What is covert abuse, and what is covert emotional abuse?“Covert” means “hidden” or “secret.”Covert abuse involves specific manipulative behavioral tactics that are hard to

Labeling “partial confessions” as a term of abuse may be confusing to some people.How can a partial confession be considered abuse? Isn’t it good

Most of us are familiar with “Gaslighting,” which is often used loosely in response to many situations within diverse relationship types. Gaslighting isn’t always abusive,

Many images come to mind when we think of child abuse.Some imagine:A child in foster care who was abused by their biological or adoptive

Abuse can be subtle and slowly wedge a destructive divide between couples.Subtle, hidden forms of abuse are called Covert Emotional Abuse (CEA).Dismissing is one

Recognizing and responding to gaslighting can be a daunting task, but understanding its nuances is the first step towards liberation from its manipulative hold.

Understanding how to tell if someone is being abused isn't always straightforward. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to identify abuse, how