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It’s important to be open and honest with your partner when you’re in a relationship. If you notice that your boyfriend is being sneakier with his phone than he usually is, you’re probably wondering if he’s hiding something. Read through these common signs of deception to see if your boyfriend is keeping something from you and what he might be hiding on his phone.
How to Know Your Boyfriend Is Hiding Something on His Phone
Your boyfriend might be hiding something if won't let you see his phone. He might change his password or tuck it away when you enter the room. He might also develop secretive habits with his phone, like texting late at night and bringing his device into the bathroom with him.
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QuestionWhat does it mean when a guy puts his phone face down?Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSWKelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
PsychotherapistThat can mean lots of things or nothing at all. I think that really speaks about the relationship because the phone is just a symptom. You should ask yourself something like, "Okay, how can I feel more secure in this relationship?" and then discuss the situation with your partner before coming to any conclusion. -
QuestionShould I check my boyfriend's phone?Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSWKelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
PsychotherapistThis is a question of privacy that should be discussed by the couple so that both are on the same page. Try saying something like: "Hey, we've been dating for X amount of months now… what are your thoughts about us checking each other's phones?" Listen to what your partner has to say with attention!
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- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/love-and-sex-in-the-digital-age/201812/10-signs-your-spouse-is-cheating
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/relationships/flirting-is-cheating
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- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/toxic-relationships/201907/covert-tactics-manipulators-use-control-and-confuse-you
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/relationships/signs-youre-dating-a-cheating-narcissist