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Relationships

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Our childhoods did not teach us much about healthy relationships - and given our issues with trust and self-esteem, it can sometimes be hard to relate to others in rewarding and healthy ways - whether it's our parents, partners, children, bosses, or friends.

General
 

After Abuse: The Challenging Work of Forging Healthy Relationships

The Drama Triangle: Perpetrator, Rescuer, Victim

Interpersonal Difficulties

 

.. with our parents
 

Characteristics of Healthier vs. Controlling Families

 

.. with our children
 

Parenting Advice for Abuse Survivors

Perceptions of Parenting versus Parent-Child Interactions Among Incest Survivors

Self Esteem: The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Child

12 Alternatives to Lashing Out at Your Child

(click here for info on reproductive health)

 

.. with our partners
 

Addictive Relationships

8 Easy Ways to Spot an Emotional Manipulator

My Strength Is Not for Hurting

So You Love An Angry Person

Why Abuse Survivors Attract the Wrong Sort of People

Your Rights: Relationship Advice for Women

 

Click here to read more about unhealthy relationships

Bumble bee in flight

I choose to be around people who lift my spirit.