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.

The texting habit that’s both relatable and not doing you any favors is not discussing your expectations around the timing of ...

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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. These warning signs are not to alarm you, but rather to equip ...

Experts reveal how self-protective language can be a sign of deeper problems.

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...