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Relationships come in many forms, but they all share a standard benchmark; you should feel safe, secure, and confident in your relationship. <\/span><\/p>\n So if you’ve ever found yourself walking on eggshells in your own relationship, or if your partner constantly criticizes, belittles, or controls you, something isn’t right. <\/span><\/p>\n Relationship bullying is a pervasive and damaging form of abuse, taking many different shapes and forms. From passive-aggressive comments to outright controlling behavior, relationship bullying can have devastating consequences for the victim’s mental health and well-being. <\/span><\/p>\n Unfortunately, relationship bullying isn’t acknowledged as frequently or appropriately as it should be. If you or someone you know is a victim of relationship bullying, this resourceful article will help you protect yourself or your loved one. It will help you identify the signs of relationship bullying and how to break free from this cycle of abuse. <\/span><\/p>\n Keep reading to start the journey toward recovery. <\/span><\/p>\n Relationship bullying, also known as intimate partner violence or emotional abuse, is a form of power-based violence that one partner inflicts on another in an intimate relationship. It involves one partner physically or emotionally intimidating the other, from overt physical violence to more subtle forms of emotional abuse and psychological bullying. <\/span><\/p>\n Unfortunately, relationship bullying can occur in any <\/span>type of relationship<\/span><\/a>, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. <\/span><\/p>\n You have to remember that relationship bullying is not the victim’s fault. It is an act of violence that the bully perpetrates upon their victim — their partner — who is constantly enduring in silence. <\/span><\/p>\n Most of the time, the victim doesn’t realize their partner is a bully. This is because the bully in a relationship typically has complete emotional control and dominance over their partner. Through manipulative tactics and subtle threats, the bully can keep their victim in a state of fear and confusion. This makes it difficult for the victim to recognize or speak out against the abuse. <\/span><\/p>\n The tricky thing about relationship bullying is the many complex and subtle forms it takes. The specific behaviors may vary depending on the relationship, and pinpointing the signs can be challenging. Moreover, two or more of these types of relationship bullying can co-occur.<\/span><\/p>\n Dionne Eleanor<\/span><\/a>, a relationship and empowerment mentor, states: <\/span><\/p>\n Love should never intimidate; it should inspire. Bullying in a relationship isn’t love; it’s a betrayal of trust and a violation of the soul.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n If you suspect bullying in your or your loved one’s relationship, learn about the following types of bullying in relationships to take appropriate action. <\/span><\/p>\n Psychological or emotional bullying is a type of relationship bullying that involves the use of manipulation, threats, and intimidation tactics. <\/span><\/p>\n Examples of psychological bullying may include name-calling, insults, and put-downs. The perpetrator may also frequently <\/span>gaslight<\/span><\/a> their partner, causing the victim to doubt their reality, emotions, and sanity. This creates a constant cloud of confusion, anxiety, and self-doubt hanging over the victim. <\/span><\/p>\n Watch this video to understand the subtle signs of gaslighting.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>What is relationship bullying?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>Understanding 5 forms of relationship bullying<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Psychological bullying<\/b><\/h3>\n