Phillips cautions, “To say that a person is toxic is to reduce them to only bad qualities and dismiss any redeeming qualities or strengths. When we understand that ‘hurt people hurt people,’ we can ...

We all know the importance of fostering close social connections. Friends are great—until they’re not. Psychologists say they hear often about so-called toxic friendships, which veer away from the ...

Friendship is generally a source of support and happiness, but sometimes relationships can turn harmful. Recognizing a toxic friendship can be difficult, as these bonds often develop gradually. Here ...

We all know someone who drains the life out of a room. Whether they're always playing the victim, leaving you to pick up the pieces, or making you feel like you're always doing something wrong, toxic ...

My whole life, I’ve tried to fit into big social groups. It seemed so fun to have many friends and do many cool things together. But every time I was part of such a crowd, something felt off. I couldn ...

Realizing a friend is toxic is tricky because initially toxic folks are nice. Yet, slowly and methodically, the toxic person often convinces the other person in the friendship that they are the ...

Healthy friendships make life richer. Not only do they increase joy, but research shows they boost your immune system and may even help you live longer. For most, however, the actual value comes not ...

It’s normal if you don’t love all of your child’s friends. Your kids are allowed to have friends that aren’t exactly your cup of tea, and it’s important to let your child explore different kinds of ...

Aback-stabbing or superficial friend can cause women heartache, turmoil and confusion, and this book attempts to provide answers for women who get into toxic friendships. Susan Shapiro Barash ...