Emotional abuse is a serious problem in some relationships. Sometimes, it's overt, but it can also be so insidious that it is hard to spot the signs. It can range from subtle put-downs that leave you ...

Over the past week, two celebrity stories have sparked ongoing conversations about unhealthy relationship dynamics and emotional abuse. On Saturday, "Don't Look Up" actor Jonah Hill's ex-girlfriend ...

When you hear the word "abuse," some form of physical abuse, verbal abuse or sexual abuse may come to mind. But people may not think about emotional abuse. This kind of abuse can be more subtle to ...

If you’re in a relationship, have there been instances where your partner has negatively commented on your weight? Do they occasionally (or more than occasionally) insult you in regard to your size or ...

This post is Part 2 of a series. Part 1 of this series focused on the universality of gaslighting children, describing the phenomenon in detail. This follow-up post goes beyond gaslighting to explore ...

When people think about child maltreatment, many think of physical or sexual abuse. But a key finding of our Australian Child Maltreatment Study, published last month, is that emotional abuse is ...

I’ve posted my definition of emotional abuse in the past. I’m repeating it now because I'm continually asked for it by media, clients, and readers. Emotional abuse is deliberately making loved ones ...

Marriage is a beautiful journey when all is going well. Life will throw curveballs, losses and struggles, but couples can find comfort in knowing they will navigate these together. Sometimes, however, ...

It's *not* your fault—here's how to heal Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW Emotional abuse is a serious problem in some ...