How do narcissists control you? Recognizing manipulation tactics and protecting yourself by Hannah DeWitt | Jun 10, 2025 | Mental Health Topics, Narcissism, Power & Control Narcissists often lack empathy but crave attention and admiration from those around them. They use a mix of subtle and overt tactics to keep others under their influence. They may dominate conversations, manipulate loved ones, or even resort to deception for personal gain. While it’s natural to want to avoid…
Codependency: Learn about the signs & characteristics of codependent relationships, and how to recover from them by Christine Ridley, LCSW | Jan 25, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Personality, Power & Control, Relationships Codependency is a bit of a buzzword—a term we hear mentioned frequently but may not quite understand. Perhaps you think you know: It’s when two partners can’t function without each other, right? Not quite—and it’s not the same as relationship anxiety. Understanding codependent behaviors starts with examining how they can…