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These are examples of what many people say when they come to us for support. Psychological Manipulation is effective because the trickery is subtle and powerful. The more you understand, the better you can become free of its hold, or help others recognize the tactics. We recommend starting with our free online course, Understanding Psychological Manipulation.
While understanding is a critical first step, we know that is not enough. Most people could also benefit from skill-building classes focusing on communicating effectively with someone in a controlling environment. It can be painful and frustrating to talk with someone who you believe is being controlled on a psychological level.
We will soon be offering follow-up courses designed to provide skills and techniques to improve your relationship with the loved ones you are concerned about. During these courses, you will meet others going through similar situations and have the opportunity to learn and practice these techniques together.
If you want to hear about our learning opportunities as we launch them, sign up here.
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Understanding Psychological Manipulation
It Can Happen to Anyone
Psychological Manipulation is a pervasive problem in society. Many individuals, families and communities have been directly affected by those who utilize sophisticated tactics of psychological manipulation to gain power, money or influence. The most direct way to protect yourself and your loved ones from this threat is to learn to recognize the tactics.
Antidote is pleased to offer an online course that explains these tactics in practical terms. It is designed for anyone interested in learning more about what takes place in an intentionally controlling environment.
Whether you are someone who has personally experienced being psychologically manipulated, a concerned loved one, a mental health practitioner, a policymaker, or someone who wants to be part of the solution, this FREE self-paced class will provide a solid foundation of insight and understanding.
We have designed the course around the stories of real people whose lives were deeply harmed by psychological manipulation. By hearing how these tactics were effective on real people, intelligent people, we hope to reduce the stigma often associated with being psychologically manipulated. It can happen to anyone!
FREE Self-Paced Class.
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Throughout the modules, you will:
- Gain insight into vulnerability factors
- Explore common techniques used
- Assess your risk levels
- Expand your understanding of why this is both a personal and public health risk
- Feel prepared to advocate for yourself and others
Packed with opportunities for self-reflection and the ability to go at your own pace of learning, this course is an incredible resource for everyone!
We hope you will sign up today.
This course will be available June 15, 2025.
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Protecting yourself and your loved ones from being taken advantage of by those who use coercive tactics to gain money, power, or influence begins with understanding how psychological manipulation works.
This understanding is also an essential tool in assisting someone who is currently being directly affected by psychologically manipulative tactics or who is recovering from being exploited.
When we reach the tipping point where the majority recognizes psychological manipulation tactics, those who employ them will have far less chance of success, like achieving herd immunity against contagious diseases.
Everyone learns differently, and each situation is unique. We understand that the more learning tools available for selection, the better. This is why education is central to Antidote’s mission. We will always strive to listen to you and design and share learning tools that are most beneficial to you.
Continuing Education Training
Are you a mental health practitioner? Would your clinical practice benefit from enhanced understanding about Psychological Manipulation?
Are you an academic, researcher, or public health expert interested in learning more about Psychological Manipulation and its effects on individuals, groups, and societies?
We understand that the topic can feel daunting, but if you have a trauma-informed foundation you are already on your way to understanding this complex phenomenon! We are ready to help you elevate your practice to truly support those who have been in these damaging situations.
Good news! Antidote is in the process of developing continuing education trainings on a variety of topics related to Psychological Manipulation.
Our trainings will include:
- Warning signs of Psychological Manipulation
- What makes someone vulnerable to tactics
- Effects of social media and digital deception
- How to support clients who have experienced this
- Developing agency and autonomy
- Understanding post traumatic growth
- Ethical considerations
- And more!
Events and Workshops
Tools for Educators and Trusted Voices
Research
Our commitment to helping everyone become resilient to psychological manipulation relies on research-informed strategies. We invite researchers to partner with us in collecting data, analyzing trends, and evaluating the impact of our programs. Your input can help us refine our approaches, demonstrate our effectiveness, and ultimately contribute to a deeper understanding of psychological manipulation as a public health issue. We are very interested in your research in this area and in possible collaboration.
Understanding Psychological Manipulation
It Can Happen to Anyone
Psychological Manipulation is a pervasive problem in society. Many individuals, families and communities have been directly affected by those who utilize sophisticated tactics of psychological manipulation to gain power, money or influence. The most direct way to protect yourself and your loved ones from this threat is to learn to recognize the tactics.
Antidote is pleased to offer an online course that explains these tactics in practical terms. It is designed for anyone interested in learning more about what takes place in an intentionally controlling environment.
Whether you are someone who has personally experienced being psychologically manipulated, a concerned loved one, a mental health practitioner, a policymaker, or someone who wants to be part of the solution, this FREE self-paced class will provide a solid foundation of insight and understanding.
We have designed the course around the stories of real people whose lives were deeply harmed by psychological manipulation. By hearing how these tactics were effective on real people, intelligent people, we hope to reduce the stigma often associated with being psychologically manipulated. It can happen to anyone!
Throughout the modules, you will:
- Gain insight into vulnerability factors
- Explore common techniques used
- Assess your risk levels
- Expand your understanding of why this is both a personal and public health risk
- Feel prepared to advocate for yourself and others
Packed with opportunities for self-reflection and the ability to go at your own pace of learning, this course is an incredible resource for everyone!
We hope you will sign up today.
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