This document discusses jealousy and unhealthy behaviors in relationships. It defines jealousy and provides examples of jealous behaviors. It states that jealousy stems from insecurity and has no place in healthy relationships. Red flags of unhealthy jealousy are listed, such as excessive checking in on a partner or not allowing them to talk to others. The document advises listening to common sense and paying attention to feelings that a partner is being too controlling or possessive, as these behaviors can escalate over time. It emphasizes that while each relationship is different, abuse can take non-physical forms through attempts to control a partner. Resources for help or to talk are provided.

1. Jealousy: Where is the
line?
In a society where lines are
blurred, how do we know
when it’s too much??

2. Jealous
• 1a: intolerant of rivalry
or unfaithfulness
• 1b: disposed to suspect
rivalry or unfaithfulness
• 2: hostile toward a rival
or one believed to enjoy
an advantage
• 3: vigilant in guarding
possession
• EXAMPLES:
• She became very
jealous whenever he
talked to other
women.
• He was in a jealous
rage.

3. Jealousy does not equal love. Jealousy equals insecurity
and insecurity has no place in a healthy relationship.

4. RED FLAGS:
• When checking in with you becomes
checking up on you. = RED FLAG
• When your partner needs to know
where you are, who you are with, how
long you will be there, etc. = RED FLAG
• You can’t talk with anyone else without
them getting upset. = RED FLAG

5. These behaviors are
NOT ok.
Whether you go into a
relationship whole heartedly
trusting your partner or if you
enter it more guarded, either
way you go is fine, just always
make sure you use your common
sense.
If you get the feeling that
something is wrong-pay
attention!
If you start to feel like your
dating partner is too controlling
or possessive- pay attention!
Jealousy, possessiveness,
controlling behaviors can lead to
worse situations down the road
in the relationship. It is important
to listen to your common sense
and protect yourself.

6. JEALOUSY
*Each relationship is different. There is
no set line of when jealousy has
become too much. Use your common
sense and listen to your inner voice
when it tells you enough is enough.
*Not all forms of abuse leave a
physical sign. Remember: someone
trying to control you is abuse too.

7. Questions? Need to talk?
• RESOURCES:
• www.loveisrespect.org
• www.arcshelter.com
• www.breakthecycle.org
• www.thehotline.org
• 1-800-799-7233

8. Megan Crouch, VFC Director
Amy Holbrook, VFC Prevention Education
Coordinator
Deona Bethart, VFC Prevention Education
Specialist
Ohio Department of Health
Ohio Domestic Violence Network
Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence
Find us at:
www.arcshelter.org
www.facebook.com/ViolenceFreeCoalition
Twitter: @VFCofWarrenCo
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