Controlling behavior can be challenging to spot, especially early in a relationship, which can make it difficult to break away from it later. Although friends and family might express concern, you may ...

When we think of an unhealthy relationship, we often picture loud fights, sheer manipulation, or clear-cut abuse. But sometimes, controlling behavior is more subtle—it sneaks in quietly, disguised as ...

As we approach the end of the year, I am sharing some of my most popular columns of 2025. This one originally appeared on Tuesday, July 29. Dear Lizzy, I have a longtime friend whom I met in my 20s ...

Many of my clients enter therapy because their spouse or their boss has told them they are too controlling and that they need to rethink their approach to people. If this is happening to you, you may ...