Emotional blackmail is a term coined by psychotherapist Dr. Susan

Emotional blackmail is a term coined by psychotherapist Dr. Susan:

The term “emotional blackmail” was coined by psychotherapist Dr. Susan Forward in her book titled “Emotional Blackmail: When the People in Your Life Use Fear, Obligation, and Guilt to Manipulate You.” The book, first published in 1997, explores the dynamics of manipulative relationships and how emotional blackmail can be used as a tool to control others.

In her book, Dr. Susan Forward delves into various examples and scenarios where emotional blackmail can manifest, and she provides insights on how to recognize and effectively deal with this manipulative behavior. The concept has since become widely recognized and utilized in discussions about toxic interpersonal dynamics and emotional manipulation.

Shervan K Shahhian

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Published by Shervan K Shahhian, LIBERTY PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, The Most Comprehensive Online Library Regarding Mental Health, Psychology and Parapsychology in the World.

Doctored Degree in Clinical Psychology (PSYD) (ABD) All But Dissertation, a Masters (M.A.) in Clinical Psychology, a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Psychology, a Associate Degree (AA) in Liberal Arts with an emphases in Psychology, Certification in Anger Management, Certification in MRT-Moral Reconation Therapy®, Certification in Clinical Hypnotherapy, and Certification in Advanced Hypnotherapy.

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