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

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

This guilt-trip tactic, which highly manipulative people use, is especially harmful. "Such people like to remind you of your ...

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.

Ever find yourself doing what others want against your will? You might be in the clutches of a manipulator. According to psychology expert Marta Rodríguez Martínez, understanding the profile of ...

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 ...

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 ...