The silent treatment can sometimes be a form of emotional abuse. It is a refusal to communicate verbally with another person. People use the silent treatment in many types of relationship, including ...

John has been married to Lisa for seven years. Over time, John has noticed a troubling pattern in their relationship: during conflicts, Lisa often resorts to emotional withdrawal and gives him the ...

In fourth grade, the two Kims were the most popular girls in my class. They were my first experience of frenemies, frequently exerting their power and then punishing each other with the silent ...

You might know exactly what you did to get the silent treatment, yet sometimes, it's a confusing experience. Understanding the potential reasons can help you decide how to respond. Dr. Sanam Hafeez, ...