This printable crossword puzzle has 15 clues. Answers range from 7 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Partners share decisions and responsibilities. They discuss roles to make sure they're fair and equal.
Partners share their dreams, fears, and concerns with each other. They tell each other how they feel and share important information.
Partner feel Physically safe in the relationship and respect each other's space.
Partners treat each other like they want to be treated and accept each other's opinions, friends, and interests. They listen to each other.
Partners feel safe with each other and respect each other's differences. They realize when they're wrong and are not afraid to say, "I'm sorry." Partners can "be themselves" with each other.
Partners never force sexual activity or insist on doing something the other isn't comfortable with.
Neither partner is dependent upon the other for an identity. Partners maintain friendships outside of the relationship. Either partner has the right to end the relationship.
One partner makes all the decisions and tells the other what to do, or tells the other person what to wear or who to spend time with.
One partner lies to or keeps information from the other. One partner steals from the other.
One partner uses force to get his/her way (for example, hitting, slapping, grabbing, shoving).
One partner makes fun of the options and interests of the other partner. He or she may destroy something that belongs to the other partner.
One partner tries to control every aspect of the other's life. One partner may attempt to keep his or her partner from friends and family or threaten violence or break-up.
One partner pressures or forces the other into sexual activity against his/her will or without his/her consent.
One partner feels that he/she may threaten to do something drastic if the relationship ends.
One partner may "walk on eggshells" to avoid upsetting the other. Teasing is mean-spirited.