Relationships

I Blame “The Vampire Diaries” And Other Teen Dramas For Teaching Toxic Dating Behavior

Let’s admit it: the mid to late 2000s and early 2010s were the golden age of teen dramas.

By Meghan Dillon4 min read
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Some of the best shows from my teenage years were The Vampire Diaries and Gossip Girl, and both shows are still enjoyed by fans via streaming platforms like Netflix and HBO Max. These shows created some of the biggest TV heartthrobs of their era, but some of these characters make toxic relationships look attractive.