How do you recognize a manipulator?

Answer 1

Very easy! Watch for someone, a person who seems innocent at first. For the first few weeks, really nice and outgoing, and then a little later, he/she will be protective, in fact, OVER protective and then manipulative. Watch for that! Someone like this may even become abusive.

-Dr. ?

Answer 2

A manipulator often displays consistent patterns of deception, manipulation, and exploitation in their interactions with others. They may try to control situations and people to meet their own needs, often through tactics like gaslighting, guilt-tripping, or playing the victim. Being aware of these signs and trusting your instincts can help you recognize a manipulator.