The behaviors described in Johanna's relationship with Derek indicate that it is an abusive relationship. The controlling actions (needing to know her whereabouts, forbidding her from talking to her best friend), verbal put-downs (calling her stupid and lazy), and manipulation (balancing negative behavior with gifts and expressions of love) are all signs of an abusive dynamic.
Johanna is worried about her new relationship. Derek needs to know where she is at all times, has told her she’s not allowed to talk to her best friend Hector, and called her stupid and lazy when she scored low on her last math test. But he also buys her favorite chocolate, makes her feel safe, and says he loves her. These behaviors describe which type of relationship?
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healthy
healthy
unhealthy
unhealthy
abusive
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