Recognizing the signs of unhealthy relationships
Unhealthy characteristics
It is important to recognize signs of unhealthy relationships before they escalate. This includes:
- Control. One person makes all the decisions and tells the other what to do, what to wear, or who to spend time with. They are jealous, and/or try to isolate the other person from their friends and family.
- Dependence. One person feels that they “can’t live without” the other. Or they threaten to do something drastic if the relationship ends.
- Digital monitoring or “clocking”. One person uses social media sites like Instagram and Snapchat to keep tabs on the other person. They constantly message or text the other person and demand quick responses.
- Dishonesty. One person lies to, steals from, or keeps information from the other.
- Disrespect. One person makes fun of the other or talks about them behind their back.
- Hostility. One person picks a fight with the other. This may lead to one person changing their behavior to avoid upsetting the other. Read More...