Date of Publication

2022

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Subject Categories

Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Advisor

Angela Lorraine P. Cunanan

Defense Panel Chair

Kimberly Kaye Mata

Abstract/Summary

This study aimed to develop a deeper understanding on the lived experiences of young adults in a toxic relationship and the factors that contributed to their decision to stay. Five young adults, aged 21 to 25, who were in a toxic relationship were selected using criterion and snowball sampling. This study used a qualitative, primarily phenomenological, research design that involved interviews. It was discovered that young adults stayed because of the anticipation that the toxicity would pass, the remorse in wanting to end the relationship, the belief that they’ve found the one and the victim's compassion for the partner. As to their experience being in a toxic relationship, the abused participants have experienced psychological, emotional and verbal abuse. All these added to the decline of their mental health and struggle with self-care.

Keywords: toxic relationships, psychological abuse, emotional abuse, verbal abuse

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Physical Description

59 leaves

Keywords

Psychological abuse; Invective

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Embargo Period

9-1-2022

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