Reply #8: I suppose I could try to debunk that statement, or support it [View All]

[MissMillie]

but that would probably involve several broadly sweeping generalizations even worse than the original statement.

There is dysfunction all around, to be sure.

I think the first sign of a dysfunctional relationship is one where either or both of the parties are looking for what they can get out of the relationship (ie being treated "like a king").

If you like someone, the only thing you should be after is a little of their time. Your life should be complete w/o them, their life should be complete w/o you. It should just be about enjoying each other's company, and finding out if you share the same goals in life.

Everything else is a power struggle... the essence of dysfunction.