7 subtle mind games disguised as love and care that may actually be emotional manipulation, according to psychology

Gaslighting involves repeatedly denying a person's experiences or twisting reality, causing them to question their memory and judgment.

Love bombing uses overwhelming affection and grand gestures early in a relationship to create emotional dependence.

The silent treatment is using silence or withdrawal of affection to punish and control, leaving the other person feeling isolated and guilty.

DARVO stands for Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender, a tactic to shift blame onto the victim.