Sometimes, we behave in ways that can be confusing even to ourselves Struggling to trust others, even in situations where trust is typically expected, can be a telltale sign of emotional damage. This ...

Recognizing when those close to you are subtly working against your emotional health is crucial. These signs can help you identify and address behaviors that may be weakening your mental resilience, ...

In today’s fast-paced world, emotional well-being often takes a back seat, leading many to engage in harmful patterns without realizing it. Emotional self-harm is a complex issue that can manifest in ...

Children who grow up with toxic and emotionally manipulative parents often question their self-worth and trust very early in life, struggling to fully emotionally develop in the face of someone ...

A psychologist shares common signs.

Manipulation. Belittling. Gaslighting. Vacillating between affection and cruelty. Do these sound familiar? Unhealthy marriages can take many forms, and understanding the core behaviors of emotional ...

As a psychologist, one of the biggest sources of chronic unhappiness I see in people’s lives is being married to someone with low emotional maturity. I hear stories like this all the time: At the ...

Emotional labor is the silent load that weighs women down—and too often, it’s completely invisible to the person you’re in love with. You’re the one who remembers the birthdays, smooths over arguments ...

In today’s dating landscape, emotional unavailability has become increasingly common, yet recognizing it early can save months or even years of frustration. While temporary emotional distance can be ...