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The following traits may belong to a known person: · They must always be right · They tell you who you are and what you think · When you disagree, they suggest you are wrong · They feel threatened by people with different opinions · They feel attacked when questioned · They do not seem to truly see or hear you If the above traits seem familiar, you need help. In "Controlling People," Patricia Evans addresses the "controlling personality" and reveals how and why people try to control the lives of others. She explains the compulsion that drives them to continue this behavior—even when it alienates others and often causes them to lose loved ones. The work "Controlling People" helps you discover the irrational behavior that affects both the controller and the victim.

In this fully expanded and updated third edition of the bestselling classic, you learn why verbal abuse is more widespread than ever, and how you can deal with it. You'll get more of the answers you need to recognize abuse when it happens, respond to abusers safely and appropriately, and most important, lead a happier, healthier life.In two all-new chapters, Evans reveals the Outside Stresses driving the rise in verbal abuse--and shows you how you can mitigate the devastating effects on your relationships. She also outlines the Levels of Abuse that characterize this kind of behavior--from subtle, insidious put-downs that can erode your self-esteem to full-out tantrums of name-calling, screaming, and threatening that can escalate into physical abuse.Drawing from hundreds of real situations suffered by real people just like you, Evans offers strategies, sample scripts, and action plans designed to help you deal with the abuse--and the abuser.This timely new edition of The Verbally Abusive Relationship, Expanded Third Edition puts you on the road to recognizing and responding to verbal abuse, one crucial step at a time!