Toxic People: Dealing with Dysfunctional Relationships

"It is very possible that some of the people in your life are so stressful, they are actually making you ill. Game players, bullies, users and abusers -- they all pose a risk to your health and welfare. Fortunately, you can take action against these toxic people, and this book will give you the tools you need to do so. It explains how to make healthy relationship choices, set clear and proper boundaries and recognize the red flags that should alert you to anyone who will drain your energy and poison your life. You'll learn how to identify toxic people, families and places (including workplaces), and the vital principles for coping with toxicity. There are insights into why people behave as they do and help for how to spot the truly dangerous -- aggressors, sadists and psychopaths. Most importantly, you'll get strategies for protecting yourself, including tips for how to (carefully) chose your friends"--Publisher's description.