Dry begging is an indirect way of seeking support—whether emotional, financial, or practical—without asking for it directly. When hinting becomes a pattern, it creates unhealthy relationship dynamics.

We all know the story: When you're in a relationship, it's easy to spot (or deny) any red flags in the name of love. But for trained professionals — like experienced couples therapists — they're often ...

Sometimes we ignore red flags in favor of being understanding. But this can backfire when dating someone new. A different ...

Mental health advocates are working to give teenagers something many have never been formally taught: the tools to recognize the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships before those ...

Most of us know—intellectually—the red flags of a partner who is potentially difficult, controlling, or outright abusive. Self-help books, TV, websites, friends, or past experiences help us learn ...

These warning signs are not to alarm you, but rather to equip you with the tools to assess the health of your long-distance relationship with clarity and compassion. Long-distance relationships have ...

Ever had that feeling that you're just a convenience for someone? You're not alone. Plenty of people find themselves questioning whether they’re valued in their relationships or simply being used. To ...

Love has a way of blurring our vision. In the sweetness of new affection, even obvious warning signs can look like quirks or chemistry. We make excuses, ignore our gut feelings, rationalise patterns, ...

In relationships, red flags are warning signs that point to unhealthy or toxic behavior that may indicate a potential partner isn’t right for you. However, they aren’t always obvious, as feelings can ...

Love has a funny way of highlighting someone’s best traits, sometimes at the expense of ignoring clear warning signs. Red flags in relationships don’t always appear as major, obvious issues. They can ...