Do you know what to do if you suspect a friend is in an abusive relationship? Here are some of the best ways to be supportive and help in this situation.

May 27, 2010 - Rose Robbins

An Individual who is abused generally suffers from low self-esteem and a high level of anxiety from repeated attempts at trying to please the abuser.

Sep 30, 2010 - Jo-Ann Daniel-Lemoine

This article discusses domestic violence and abuse, the signs that a partner may be abusive, the different forms of abuse, and how to get out of a violent relationship .

Mar 22, 2010 - Heather Jones

You may be head over heels in love but keep your intellect sharp so you can look for the signs of abuse. What are the warning signs and indicators of abuse?

Dec 29, 2010 - Mary Rayme

Psychiatrists often cite emotional abuse as a potential precursor to physical abuse. Check out these tips for coping and re-evaluating a mentally abusive relationship.

Mar 24, 2010 - Cherisse Harris

If you are in an abusive relationship, chances are you already know it and have been planning to leave. Here is what you'll need to do to escape safely.

Sep 14, 2010 - Carolina Bucchino

While teens are dating they are learning how relationships work and what is acceptable in relationships. Many teens report being in an abusive relationship.

Sep 21, 2010 - Tamara Frank

Because twenty percent of teen girls report abuse, dating violence is yet another subject that parents must cover when talking to daughters about healthy relationships.

Aug 28, 2009 - Kelly Pfeiffer

Women who are victims of abuse can have problems leaving their relationships.

Mar 28, 2010 - Elizabeth Stannard Gromisch

Abusive relationships entail more than physical harm. Emotional abuse is prolific and can have devastating effects on a person's psyche and self-esteem.

May 30, 2010 - Jeany Miller

Abuse in a relationship happens subtly and not all at once. There are red flags that you may be in or heading into an abusive relationship.

May 1, 2011 - Hillary Di Menna

Domestic violence can also occur in same sex relationships, though victims can experience different barriers when seeking help.

Mar 28, 2010 - Elizabeth Stannard Gromisch

Emotional abuse is a hidden problem that is kept secret by its abusers. This profile exposes the emotional abuser in detail, comparing it to key personality disorders.

Nov 15, 2009 - Christine Beswick

Narcissist individuals hurt those around them with verbal abuse that causes psychological problems. Recognizing signs of narcissistic personality disorder is important.

Apr 28, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Alcohol abuse affects a person's relationships, thinking, and body negatively. Those who suffer from alcohol abuse need to seek help immediately.

Oct 28, 2010 - Allison Brown

As people age, they may need help by way of a caregiver, but what if that caregiver isn't so caring and taking advantage of the elderly person?

Oct 26, 2009 - Tamara Frank

Having a good safety plan is imperative when planning to leave an abusive partner. Not sure where to begin? Read this article for a good place to start.

Jan 12, 2011 - Amanda Presho

In a romantic and sexual dyad, not only does familiarity breed contempt, it can also lead to abuse. What rights do people have in intimate relationships?

Nov 23, 2010 - Leann Zarah

With drugs effecting 40 million Americans, almost everyone is directly involved with someone who abuses drugs. You should know the signs of drug abuse.

Jan 26, 2011 - Jennifer Nicole Allen