If you’re in a relationship that always leaves you feeling unhappy, depressed, and agitated, the chances are that you’re in a toxic relationship. Identifying toxic relationships can be difficult. A major characteristic of toxic relationships is abuse, especially verbal abuse. If you’re not sure whether you’re verbally abused or not, take this quick quiz to help you figure it out.
1. Does your partner let you tell your side of the story?
A. Yes
B. Sometimes
C. No
2. Have you ever felt like you wanted to get out of the relationship?
A. Yes, I’ve considered it many times
B. Yes, I’ve considered it sometimes
C. No, I’ve never considered it
3. Has your partner ever apologized for their mistakes?
A. Yes, they usually do
B. Yes, sometimes
C. No, almost never
4. Is your partner only nice to you when they need something from you?
A. Yes
B. Not sure
C. No
5. Does your partner shout at you?
A. Yes
B. Sometimes
C. No
6. Does your partner take out all their anger on you?
A. Yes, all the time
B. Yes, sometimes
C. No, not really
7. Does your partner get annoyed at you for small, insignificant things?
A. Yes, very often
B. Yes, sometimes
C. No, almost never
8. How often do you and your partner get into arguments?
A. Very often, 3-4 times a week
B. Sometimes, 1-2 times a week
C. Very rarely, maybe once a week
9. Do you feel like you don’t have a voice in the relationship?
A. Yes, I always feel like that
B. Yes, I feel like that sometimes
C. No, I don’t feel that way
10. Does your partner make you feel guilty even though you did nothing wrong?
A. Yes, all the time
B. Yes, sometimes
C. No, never
