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Love-hate relationships: What are they and when should you step away?

Love-hate relationships: What are they and when should you step away?

by Christine Ridley, LCSW | Jul 20, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Relationships

Although they’re often framed as opposites, we can experience both love and hate for something at the same time. A love-hate relationship can exist between friends, family, coworkers, and, most frequently, romantic partners.  While it is normal to have some negative feelings towards loved ones at times, these negative feelings…

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