In my last post, I wrote about communication (thereby engaging in something of a meta-communication), making the rather worrisome point that in the natural world—which includes our own—there is little ...

In early 2020, just before the onset of the pandemic, a cognitive scientist, a philosopher, and a few economists began meeting to read research papers together. The subject matter was communication, ...

Emotional manipulators tend to benefit from having a sense of emotional intelligence without the added social and internal burdens of compassion or empathy. According to a study from the SAGE Open ...

Psychological manipulation can be defined as the utilization of undue power (social, relational, familial, sexual, financial, professional, etc.) for the purpose of benefiting the manipulator at the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Providing provocative views on racism, pop culture, and mental health. Ever walk away from an interaction with a co-worker or read ...

When we think about manipulation in relationships, we often focus on the words being said. But just as crucial—if not more so—are the ways in which those words are delivered. Tone, pitch, and other ...

The complexity of female friendships can sometimes mask subtle psychological dynamics that impact relationship health. These dynamics often revolve around vulnerable narcissism, a form of narcissistic ...