Why do so many people stay in relationships that hurt them instead of being alone? The answer is more complex than it seems.

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Holding onto a bad marriage can feel like clinging to a life raft, but sometimes it might be the very thing pulling you under. It's easy to become attached to the comfort of familiarity, even when it ...

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BLOOM (TAMPA) – Toxic relationships don’t just affect our emotions — they can rewire the way our nervous system understands love, safety, and connection. Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist Dr ...

When you get into a new relationship, your life will undoubtedly change, hopefully for the better. A bad relationship, however, can hurt you in every possible way. As this TikToker shows, it can even ...

I've been in a couple of bad relationships that went on far too long because I find leaving really difficult! Being able to leave is an important relationship skill. Because if leaving's a problem for ...

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If you grew up feeling unsafe or unloved, your adult relationships might carry those same fears. The good news is that you ...

(NEXSTAR) – It’s time to stop treating your romantic relationships like playground equipment. A dating trend known as “monkey-barring” — named after the popular playground feature — has been making ...