Often, we’re unaware of toxic or abusive relationships. Power dynamics permeate daily life: home, school, work, church, and community. Recognizing and addressing abuse is crucial for living well in a healthy environment.
Unhealthy relationships span a range of issues, from domestic and verbal abuse to psychological and sexual mistreatment. They can occur in any type of relationship, at home, work, or socially, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing such patterns. Toxic and Abusive relationships are similar and can overlap in symptoms. Toxic relationships include multiple unhealthy dynamics and negative interactions from one or both people. Abusive relationships stem from attempts from one person to control another person through power dynamics. Abusive relationships can build from emotional or mental abuse and escalate to physical or sexual abuse. Both types of relationships may involve neglect, coercion, gaslighting, and financial control, often blurring boundaries, eroding confidence and wellbeing, and fostering co-dependency. Whether intentional or not, harm is inflicted, leaving individuals drained, confused, entrapped, and doubting their worth and abilities.
If you’ve answered “yes” to any of the above questions, you might be in a toxic relationship. At Wellspring, we guide you to recognize and navigate unhealthy dynamics. Through counseling, we explore healthy boundaries and the possibilities for moving forward. Therapeutic approaches like DBT enhance self-awareness and assertiveness, while EMDR aids in healing past trauma. By fostering awareness and resilience, we empower you to cultivate healthier relationships and overcome past hurts.
If you need help immediately, safety tips, or resources, reach out to national hotlines.
www.thehotline.org
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text Start to 88788
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