Controlling behavior occurs when a person attempts to force another person to conform to their own needs or desires through some form of manipulation. The outsized desire for control is unhealthy and ...

Sometimes manipulation shows up as a friendly suggestion, a small favor, or an invitation that sounds generous. Until you realize the hidden strings attached. I learned this lesson the hard way with ...

The most dangerous relationship problems often begin with behaviors so subtle they’re easy to dismiss. Emotional manipulation—a form of control that leaves you questioning your own feelings and ...

Abusive behavior is not always obvious. Here are some of the mechanisms controlling individuals use to keep their partners silent and disempowered. When we think of an unhealthy relationship, we often ...

The recent disclosures by an actress that she was manipulated in a toxic relationship had caught widespread public attention.

Kindness is usually associated with trust, warmth and genuine care, but there can be situations where it serves another purpose. Certain seemingly thoughtful behaviours can subtly influence how people ...

Last year, I published a popular blog post that sought to outline a few go-to methods for manipulative parenting. As stated therein, parenting is all about guiding a child's development. But when ...

Dealing with manipulative people is not difficult, but can be emotionally draining. From their shady and demeaning comments all the way to their gaslighting tendencies, manipulators know what buttons ...

Annabelle Boucher wants the law changed after she paid thousands to divorce her coercive ex-husband.

Unfortunately, we have all known a man who used manipulative phrases. They want to make you feel bad for their behavior in order to get negative attention off of them and make you think you’re the ...