Everyone knows that family relationships can be complicated. But there's a difference between the normal ups and downs of family life and continuing to subject yourself to toxic dynamics simply ...

Toxic relationships are hard to spot when you’re in the thick of it. If yours causes stress and heartache, step back and ...

Estrangement often happens to protect one’s mental or emotional well-being, especially in toxic or abusive family situations. Coping strategies like therapy, mindfulness, and support groups can ease ...

Have you ever thought, "Our relationship would be easy if it weren't for you"? You're not alone. But there's a better way to ...

Hi! I'm Jane! Recovering from an abusive relationship can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of who you are outside of that experience. At the same time, you may be doing everything you ...

For many adults carrying the invisible weight of difficult family relationships, the decision to completely cut off contact with a parent represents one of life’s most agonizing crossroads. Society ...

Dear Annie: My daughter took in some kittens that a mama cat delivered on her property. She was very selective about who she would give them to and wound up only finding a home for one of them. She ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — As a trial highlights the impact of physical and emotional abuse, experts emphasize the importance of recognizing early warning signs of toxic relationships. Licensed marriage and ...

Navigating a child's transitions into adulthood can be extremely disorienting and confusing for parents, especially those that have crafted their entire identity, life, and routines around an ...