When people think of domestic violence, they usually think of physical violence. But there are other forms of abuse that are often subtle and harder to recognize. These mostly non-physical behaviors ...

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 ...

When we talk about abuse, we often picture clear, unambiguous actions. But narcissistic abuse is a different kind of monster. It's a slow, quiet poison that works its way into your life, eroding your ...

Does your lover pursue you with an intensity you've never experienced? Does he make you feel loved and special in the beginning, only to criticize you, lie, cheat and make you feel self-doubt, shame ...

On Sunday, a 17-year-old escaped from a home where she and 12 siblings had been held captive by their parents in Perris, Calif. Both parents were arrested for torture and child endangerment. At a ...

Adolescent mental health expert Dr. Daphne King wants to help teens know the warning signs of abusive relationships and ...

Take a good look around any major urban area– and now, many rural spaces too– and you’ll see signs of drug abuse and addiction. The Baltimore City Department of Health reports that “In 2023, Baltimore ...

Spiritual abuse is when someone uses spiritual or religious beliefs to manipulate, control, or harm another person. Learn how you can spot the signs and what support options are available. Religion ...

Recognize the common signs of drug abuse in a loved one and understand how to respond with care, support, and practical steps toward recovery.

You might be in a tumultuous relationship without even realizing it. It may feel “normal” to you, but that doesn’t mean it’s ...