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Toxic Waste of Time: What Makes a Relationship Toxic?

Toxic Waste of Time: What Makes a Relationship Toxic?

Update: 2025-11-04

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Ever wondered where the tipping point is? At what point does a relationship officially become toxic? What about your friendships? Romantic relationships? Your obsession with your favorite K Pop group? Hosts Ivy and Katie break down what makes a relationship toxic - according to scientific and psychological research, as well as our own opinions.

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Toxic Waste of Time: What Makes a Relationship Toxic?

Toxic Waste of Time: What Makes a Relationship Toxic?

Ivy Hensley & Katie Boothe