Toxic people drain your peace, confidence and emotional energy. Reclaiming your life means setting boundaries, recognizing harmful patterns and choosing relationships that support your growth. Here ...

Most families have their quirks, but when certain behaviors become ingrained, they can create a toxic environment. Recognizing these toxic habits is the first step towards breaking the cycle. No ...

So, what can you do? It depends on the situation, but the experts we spoke with agree it often comes down to setting boundaries and communicating them clearly and respectfully. Below, therapists break ...

The romantic comedies and pop culture of the 2000s taught us a lot about love, but not all of it was healthy. We watched characters engage in behaviors that were framed as romantic, passionate, or ...

People tend to largely overestimate the number of social media users who cause conflicts and spread false news, according to a new study.

These drama kings and queens need to stir the pot. There's no shortage of toxic people in the world. Some are more obvious (like the ex-partner who used to gaslight you to no end), but some are more ...

Social media often feels overwhelmingly toxic, but the reality is more restrained. Research finds that most harmful content ...

Self-awareness in relationships can be one of the most challenging aspects of personal growth. While it’s often easier to identify problematic behaviors in others, recognizing toxic patterns within ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. You know the type—the colleague whose negativity, gossip or ...