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Posted on: 02/28/2007
Question
Hi, i am in a relationship at the moment but recently there have been a few developments in terms of information exchanging. We have been together for a year now but during the first month i was very drunk and kissed another guy in front of him - it was dealt with at the time but recently he told me that later on that evening he had done the same thing to one of my best friends out of spite - neither of them had mentioned it until now and my friend doesn't know i know. On top of that there are very big trust issues and my boyfriend doesn't like me being out of contact or out with friends (male or female) when he's not there. I can't make him understand that i should be allowed to have a social life. I really love him but i'm not sure what to do because the trust and insecurities are a regular thing.
Answer
You need some support and to think carefully about this relationship. Your boyfriend sounds emotionally abusive, and the jealousy and insecurity will not go away, but will probably get worse. Please talk to an adult you trust or find a counselor who can help you identify healthy and unhealthy relationships. Good luck!