I’ve sat across from countless clients in my therapy office, hearing the same heartbreaking whisper: “I never saw it coming.” ...

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 ...

Giving With Strings Attached Manipulators give gifts to exert control or influence over others. This tactic creates a sense ...

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 ...

“Toxic” has become a buzzword in relationship discourse these days, with countless articles, videos and social media posts about how to spot a potentially problematic partner and get yourself out of ...

Controlling behavior is a pretty awful trait to have. No one likes to be called controlling, and even fewer want to admit that they are controlling, even when people point it out to them. But ...

Joycelyn Savage, a girlfriend of R. Kelly whose parents have repeatedly claimed she's being controlled by the singer, is accusing the singer of being controlling and manipulative. Joycelyn Savage, a ...

Mental manipulation is a pervasive issue that can occur in any relationship. While it can affect people of all genders, women are often targeted by manipulative partners. Understanding the reasons ...

Relationships should be about love, trust, and respect. But sometimes, things can get tricky, and you might find yourself questioning whether your partner has your best interests at heart. If you ...

Tension: Reassuring words can mask power plays; what sounds caring may quietly corral your choices and rewrite your narrative. Noise: Feel-good communication advice equates positivity with kindness, ...

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 ...