17 Manipulation Tactics Abusers Use

From generalisation to evoking fear, here are a few manipulation techniques commonly used in toxic relationships · Moving goalposts

In psychology, manipulation is defined as subterfuge designed to influence or control another, usually in a underhanded manner which facilitates one's personal

manipulation Common manipulation tactics include gaslighting and seeking control, but an abuser can use many other tactics to control their victims

manipulation Spotting common manipulation tactics · Guilt-tripping · Lying · Flattery · Projection · 'Moving the goalposts' · Triangulation · Love bombing