 Hi there, Psych2Go family. Welcome back to another Psych2Go video. Before we start this video, we want to thank you for all the love and support you've given us. Our mission is to make psychology and self-help videos more accessible to everyone. With that being said, let's continue. Have you ever had a crush on someone? If so, how do they treat you? Are they good to you, or are they a bad influence on you? Having a crush can start out sweet and passionate, but when things start to escalate, you should watch out for signs you're falling into a potentially toxic situation. Here are 10 signs that your crush is toxic for you. 1. They're emotionally unavailable Maybe your crush isn't looking for anything serious right now, or they're nursing a broken heart from their last failed romance. Either way, it's never a good idea to get romantically involved with someone so emotionally unavailable because they won't be able to give you the kind of emotional fulfillment you need. 2. They don't try to get to know you Any new relationship starts with a phase of getting to know each other more and figuring out how compatible your personalities are. But does your crush barely make the effort to get to know you on a deeper level? It's one thing to be shy, but if they are still indifferent towards you, even after you've put a lot of effort to break the ice between you two, it may mean they're uninterested. 3. They don't appreciate you Do you feel unappreciated by your crush? A crush can turn toxic if they constantly criticize and judge your every move. When this happens, it's easy to feel desperate and crave their praise and approval. It's a power imbalance that will always leave you with the short end of the stick. This is incredibly detrimental to your mental health and well-being. 4. They're mean to you or other people If your crush is rude and impolite towards others but kind and caring to you, they might just be putting on an act to impress you. Sure, they may be nice and sweet now, but it won't be long before they show their true colors. 5. They treat you unfairly Does your crush only care about you when you do things for them? Are they only nice when they're asking you for favors? They may be taking advantage of you and your feelings for them. If your crush always asks you for help but never bothers to do the same for you, then your situation with them is at risk of turning toxic. 6. They keep leading you on Does your crush seem to be turning hot and cold with you? One minute, they act like they feel the same way, but the next, they couldn't be less interested. Being in such an unstable situation isn't healthy because it traps you in a cycle of constant disappointment. It also can be very damaging to your self-esteem. 7. They don't want to be seen with you Has your crush told you they liked you but wanted to keep the relationship a secret? You might feel overjoyed about them liking you back that you overlook the fact they only want you behind closed doors. It could mean that they want to keep things casual or they're embarrassed by your relationship. Either way, it's not good for you to be with someone who can't commit. 8. They're bad for your self-esteem Are you upset when they don't look your way or when they compliment someone else? It's natural to want praise and affection from your crush, but it's not healthy to make your self-esteem dependent on their approval. Once you base your sense of self on what they think of you, it's all too easy to fall into a problematic, co-dependent relationship with them. 9. They're all you think about Is your crush constantly on your mind? All you do is talk about them, how wonderful they are and how perfect you are together. You want to spend every moment of every day with them. While it's normal to think about people you like, it's not a good sign when it starts to affect other areas of your life, like your work and other relationships. 10. They only care about themselves Does it seem like your crush only looks out for themselves and no one else? These kinds of people are narcissistic and self-absorbed. Their charm can be manipulative and they're often insensitive towards others. They don't care about you as a person because they only want you for your undying love and loyalty. So what do you think? Does your crush show any of these signs? Let us know in the comments below. If you find this video helpful, be sure to like and share this video with those who might benefit from it. Thanks for watching and see you in our next video.