Manipulative people rarely sound manipulative — in fact, they can often sound reasonable or even helpful at first. But ...

Manipulative people only care about holding onto the power and control, and they'll say whatever it takes to do that. Here ...

We live in an age where conversation can often feel like a chess match, each move calculated for maximum effect. Ever found yourself walking away from a chat feeling strangely off-kilter? That may be ...

A psychologist gives you a peek at their playbook.

There’s a fine line between influencing someone and manipulating them. The big distinction? Transparency. When you manipulate, you’re trying to get your way while concealing your true motive.

Manipulative people have mastered the art of deception. They may appear respectable and sincere but often that’s just a facade; it's a way to draw you in and ensnare you in a relationship before they ...

Manipulation, according to the American Psychological Association, is behavior designed to exploit, control or otherwise influence others to one’s advantage. Some people Some people do this with words ...

Years ago, psychologist George Simon identified “covert aggressors,” people who use manipulative tactics to control us (1996). Simon wrote about interpersonal relationships, but lately, I’ve seen ...