Signs of danger indicate that your relationship is in difficult territory and could mean an end.
A danger sign does not refer to drinking a carton of milk, but to a more serious situation that can affect relationships.
Partners should not exhibit controlling behavior or physical and verbal abuse.
But many people do, and their partners don't know what to do about it.
You should never stay in a relationship that makes you unhappy. Sometimes an excuse is just an excuse. Find out how to get out of a relationship with these dangerous signs.
Here's what to look for (and what to run from).
Danger signs for your relationship
Relationship danger signs are serious.
These are “red flags” that cannot be ignored. The ideal partner is non-controlling, non-cheating, and treats addictions.
Are you in an unhappy relationship?
Has your partner done something that bothers you?
Check this list for possible signs.
Scroll to the end of the article to see what you can do.
Signs of danger: control your behavior
Controlling behavior is wrong.
According to Psychology Today, it can involve abusive relationships.
If your partner controls what you wear or who you talk to, you are in the danger zone.
You should decide for yourself.
No one chooses what you eat, what you wear, or what company you have.
Danger Signs: Verbal or Physical Abuse
Verbal and physical abuse is common and often ignored.
You can always walk away from a physical conflict. Without this option, you are being abused.
Abuse is wrong in all its forms.
If your partner is hurting physically or mentally, you are in the wrong relationship.
Red flags: lies and cheating
Has your partner ever lied or cheated?
In some cases, fraud can be avoided. However, cheating doesn't just happen once; it can become a recurring problem.
Ditch your cheating partner.
If you are hurting, you are in the wrong relationship.
Danger sign: addiction
Addiction can be treated like a cold or the flu.
If your partner ignores their addiction or uses it to harm you, your relationship is on the rocks.
Avoid partners who won't admit or try to fix their addiction.
It affects their life and your life.
You can become addicted to anything from video games to drugs. Addiction can also be treated with support.
Another bad sign: mistrust.
Trust is important.
Mistrust is not good for you or your partner.
Either resolve your trust issues or consider this a bad sign.
What now?
Are you in a dangerous relationship?
If you require assistance, please contact SAPS or contact your local Department of Social Development (DSD) office.
You have the right to press charges and apply for a protective order. Please choose an exit.
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