8 Signs of a Controlling Partner To Watch Out For (when you get a partner)

Are you in a controlling relationship? Controlling relationships can be hard to spot, especially when you're in one. Control is actually a form of emotional abuse that can cause permanent damage to the person's psyche and mental health, as well as the relationship itself. Being in a controlling relationship for a long amount of time can also increase the likelihood of depression, low self-esteem, and anxiety, so it's important to identify the signs. Think you might be controlled or controlling? In this video, we will be talking more about the things controlling partners do in relationships.

If you relate to this video and want to learn more about gaslighting, which is also a form of emotional abuse, you can check out this video: https://youtu.be/BuSSuuUkrNI

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References
Bonior A. “This Is How Controlling Partners Disguise Their True Selves”. Psychology Today. Friendship 2.0. 15 December 2016.

Bonior A. “20 Signs Your Partner Is Controlling”. Psychology Today. Friendship 2.0. 01 June 2015.

Valentine M. “5 Subtle Signs Your Partner Is Controlling and What to Do About It”. Goalcast. 17 October 2018.

“11 Reasons Why People in Abusive Relationships Can’t ‘Just Leave’”. One Love. N.d.

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