Love bombing, a term that has gained prominence in the dating world, refers to a person showering someone with excessive love and affection, in order to manipulate them into a relationship, or establish control and emotional dependency. Sometimes, your overt romantic gestures can end up making your partner feel suffocated or manipulated, maybe unintentionally. Want to ensure that your partner doesn’t feel love bombed? Here are some tips.

Online dating platforms that are considered liberating and credited for democratising relationships also pose a risk to physical and emotional safety of users. From harassment to frauds, they can be a breeding ground for unsafe experiences. Here are some tips by a relationship counsellor to navigate the world of dating apps safely. (All images: iStock)