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 ...

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.

Emotional manipulators tend to benefit from having a sense of emotional intelligence without the added social and internal burdens of compassion or empathy. According to a study from the SAGE Open ...

A psychologist gives you a peek at their playbook.

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 ...