Abusive friendships can cause depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. And studies show they can be physically damaging, too.5 Signs of Emotional Abuse

They are Hyper-Critical or Judgmental Towards You. ...

They Ignore Boundaries or Invade Your Privacy. ...

They are Possessive and/or Controlling. ...

They are Manipulative. ...

They Often Dismiss You and Your Feelings.

How to Recognize the Signs of Mental and Emotional Abuse

Humiliation, negating, and criticizing.

Control and shame.

Accusing, blaming, and denial.

Emotional neglect and isolation.

Codependence .Experiencing gaslighting can leave you second-guessing yourself constantly, not to mention overwhelmed, confused, and uncertain about your ability to make decisions on your own. Other key signs you're experiencing gaslighting include: an urge to apologize all the time. believing you can't do anything right.

Manipulative people use your compassion, values, fears, and other hot buttons to control you or the situation. They also may try to manipulate and control you by making you feel guilty in order to get you to do what they want. ... A friend who regularly makes you feel uncomfortable or embarrasses you is not a true friend