Are you a toxic person? An interesting personality assessment from Truity might help you identify traits that could be damaging your friendships and relationships and seven key personality archetypes ...

Alexandra Stratyner, Ph.D., is a New York City-based licensed psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness skills training. Dr. Stratyner ...

Phillips cautions, “To say that a person is toxic is to reduce them to only bad qualities and dismiss any redeeming qualities or strengths. When we understand that ‘hurt people hurt people,’ we can ...

We all know the importance of fostering close social connections. Friends are great—until they’re not. Psychologists say they hear often about so-called toxic friendships, which veer away from the ...

Everyone is allowed to have a bad day, but if you have a friend who's always in a bad mood (or putting you in one!), then beware: They could be toxic. That's why knowing how to spot the signs of a ...

Healthy friendships make life richer. Not only do they increase joy, but research shows they boost your immune system and may even help you live longer. For most, however, the actual value comes not ...

Why would someone be attracted to toxic friends? (credit: Pixabay) A reader wonders why she is attracted to toxic friends. Hi Irene, I have two friends who seem toxic. I always seem to be the sounding ...