Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships
Each of us enters into romantic relationships never believing that they could turn abusive or unhealthy. It is inevitable that there will be times of sadness, tension, or outright anger between you and your partner. Disagreements in a relationship are not only normal but, if constructively resolved, actually strengthen the relationship. The following will help you to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy relationship expectations:
These are the signs of an unhealthy relationship:
Your partner gets jealous if you go places without them.
They make you choose between them and your family and friends.
They criticize you and put you down.
They constantly check up on you.
They try to control what you do and who you see.
They get angry when you talk to someone else.
They may even blame you for their abusive behavior.
In healthy relationships, people respect each other.
You have the right:
To express your opinions and have them be respected.
To have your needs be as important as your partner’s needs.
To have separate interests and activities.
To be valued and appreciated.
To grow and develop to your fullest potential.
To change your mind and never be physically, verbally or sexually abused.
