Whether you’ve been catching up on season 2 of Hulu’s Tell Me Lies or remembering an old toxic relationship, you may have wondered: Do manipulators know what they're doing? When thinking through this ...

We've all encountered those people who seem to have a knack for twisting situations to suit their needs. They might be smooth talkers or subtle influencers, leaving you feeling like you're not in ...

Recent research has analyzed the benefits of manipulation in hopes of teasing out the differences between “harmless” manipulation and “harmful” manipulation. Most social interactions involve some form ...

Getting manipulated is emotionally jarring. It can also leave you stuck in a cycle of self-blame and shame. You may ask yourself, "I'm a grown-up—how did I fall for this?" However, psychologists urge ...

Manipulation and narcissism are weighty terms, especially when used in the same sentence. But there's a reason they're often uttered in the same breath (and quote tile on Instagram): The two go hand ...

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

Who Can Be Considered a 'Manipulative Person'? Unfortunately, anyone in your life can fall into the category of "manipulator." “It can be an employer attempting to motivate you to be more productive, ...

A psychologist gives you a peek at their playbook.