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CSUSB psychology professor explains how to leave a toxic relationship MyDomainAug. 18, 2018 No one ever sets out to be in an unhealthy relationship. We all strive for a version of happily ever after, where our needs and those of our partner are met in a shared life we build together. But, for whatever reason, sometimes that doesn't happen. Instead, what we thought was promising turns out to be toxic. 'A toxic relationship is one that adversely impacts a person's health and well-being,' says Kelly Campbell, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology and human development at California State University, San Bernardino. 'Because we spend so much of our time and energy on a romantic partner, these relationships are especially influential on our well-being. When they are going well, we are usually doing well. But when they are not going well, our health and happiness will likely be negatively affected.' Read the complete article at “Exactly How to Leave a Toxic Relationship — a Psychologist Explains.”
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