Relationships need to be nurtured, and when they aren’t, the effects are clear. They thrive on love, intentionality, and support but begin to wither away with neglect. A 2022 study published in ...

With OCD, control is a defensive attempt to manage internal anxiety. It usually doesn’t involve intentional efforts to control other people. OCPD, on the other hand, can involve controlling behaviors.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Relationships need to be nurtured, and when they aren’t, the effects are clear.

Marriage takes work, and sometimes couples face challenges they simply can’t overcome. When certain harmful behaviors take root in a relationship, they can slowly poison even the strongest bonds.