Emotional abuse can be difficult to identify, as it often doesn’t leave visible scars. However, its impact on mental and emotional well-being can be
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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 Parent It’s difficult to fully comprehend the impact of a narcissistic parent on a child.
Sharing your story of abuse is a significant step in the healing journey for any survivor. Some prefer to share their story with one
For a more comprehensive look at reactive abuse, including the role of trauma, coercive control, and the ways these reactions are often mischaracterized, read
What is covert abuse, and what is covert emotional abuse? “Covert” means “hidden” or “secret.” Covert abuse involves specific manipulative behavioral tactics that are
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
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
Many images come to mind when we think of child abuse. Some imagine: A child in foster care who was abused by their biological
Abuse can be subtle and slowly wedge a destructive divide between couples. Subtle, hidden forms of abuse are called Covert Emotional Abuse (CEA). Dismissing
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
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I Knew the Signs. Why Didn’t I See Them?
How The MEND Project Has Helped Me The MEND Project has helped me better understand the resources, tools, and skills needed for healing after domestic violence. As a survivor, I have learned that healing is ...
Emotionally Abusive Relationship: Common Behaviors
Abuse in relationships does not always begin with physical abuse or physical violence. Some abusive relationships are marked primarily by verbal abuse and psychological abuse, or emotional abuse. Emotionally abusive behaviors can occur in romantic ...
Self-Awareness and Radical Acceptance: A Path Toward Clarity and Healing
Have you ever reacted strongly to something and wondered afterward, Why did that affect me so much? Or caught yourself apologizing, shutting down, defending yourself, or questioning your own judgment before you even realized what ...
Manipulation in Relationships: Signs, Tactics, and How to Recognize the Pattern
Manipulation in relationships means using guilt, fear, confusion, pressure, or other emotional tactics to influence your behavior for someone else’s benefit, rather than communicating honestly and respecting your boundaries. It can be hard to recognize ...
People-Pleasing: Losing Yourself to Keep the Peace and Finding Your Way Back
Have you ever said yes when everything inside you was saying no? Maybe you agreed because you did not want to disappoint someone. Maybe you stayed quiet to avoid conflict, softened what you really thought ...
The Cycle of Abuse: Why the Bad Times Can Be So Confusing
Does your relationship move between periods of warmth and connection and difficult times that seem to keep returning? Perhaps things feel good for a while. You feel close to your partner and hopeful about your ...
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