Trust issues refer to a difficulty in trusting others, which can lead to relationship problems, loneliness, isolation, stress, burnout, and perfectionism. Trust issues can affect many areas of life, including mental and emotional health, work relationships, romantic relationships, friendships, relationships with family members, and relationships with children. Some common signs of trust issues include avoiding commitment in romantic relationships, avoiding close friendships or social connections, difficulty forgiving small or misinterpreted slights, assuming betrayal, feeling lonely or depressed, and fact-checking what others tell them. Trust issues may be caused by low self-esteem, past betrayals, mental health disorders, adverse childhood experiences, or traumatic events. Overcoming trust issues involves being vulnerable, being yourself, feeling safe and secure, focusing on positivity, increasing closeness and intimacy, and processing past betrayals and hurts.