emotional manipulation

3 Behaviors That Mentally Drain You and How to Protect Yourself, Per Psychology

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3 Behaviors That Mentally Drain You and How to Protect Yourself, Per Psychology

3 Behaviors That Mentally Drain You and How to Protect Yourself, Per Psychology Ever feel exhausted after certain interactions? Australian researchers link three behaviors—emotional bombing, manipulation, and validation-seeking—to emotional exhaustion. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how recognizing these patterns reduces stress and protects mental health. Let’s explore these behaviors, their … Read more

6 Common Phrases Used by Alcoholic and Narcissistic Personalities to Manipulate Others

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6 Common Phrases Used by Alcoholic and Narcissistic Personalities to Manipulate Others

6 Common Phrases Used by Alcoholic and Narcissistic Personalities to Manipulate Others Emotional manipulation is a subtle yet deeply harmful form of psychological control. People with certain personality traits, especially those with alcohol dependency or narcissistic features, often use specific language patterns to maintain dominance and avoid accountability. Psychiatrist Manhil Riyaz, in an article for … Read more

If You Experienced This in Childhood, You Might Struggle with Reverse Guilt in Relationships

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If You Experienced This in Childhood, You Might Struggle with Reverse Guilt in Relationships

If You Experienced This in Childhood, You Might Struggle with Reverse Guilt in Relationships Emotional wounds from childhood often cast long shadows into adulthood, particularly in romantic relationships. One subtle but profoundly damaging effect is reverse guilt—a pattern of blaming oneself for the mistreatment or betrayal caused by others. If you have ever found yourself … Read more

Getting Blamed for Everything: Psychological Effects and How to Protect Yourself

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Getting Blamed for Everything Psychological Effects and How to Protect Yourself

Getting Blamed for Everything: Psychological Effects and How to Protect Yourself Being blamed for everything, especially in a relationship or workplace environment, can be deeply damaging to a person’s psychological well-being. Whether it’s in family dynamics, friendships, romantic relationships, or professional settings, constant blame can erode self-esteem, create self-doubt, and lead to feelings of worthlessness. … Read more

Crazy-Making Abuse Explained: Signs, Effects, and Ways to Heal

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Crazy-Making Abuse Explained: Signs, Effects, and Ways to Heal

Crazy-Making Abuse Explained: Signs, Effects, and Ways to Heal Crazy-making abuse, also known as gaslighting, is a form of psychological manipulation where the abuser causes the victim to question their reality, thoughts, perceptions, and memories. This type of emotional abuse can be extremely damaging, as it chips away at the victim’s self-esteem, sense of reality, … Read more