The subtle signs of coercive control to watch out for. Made by BBC Ideas in partnership with The Open University https://connect.open.ac.uk/ #BBCIdeas #CoerciveControl #Control #Relationships Details of support for some of the issues raised in this video are available at the BBC Action Line: https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/ | BBC

Understanding Coercive Control: 7 Signs You’re Being Manipulated Coercive control is a form of abuse where someone dominates your life through fear, manipulation, and isolation — without needing physical violence. It’s about controlling every aspect of your life, slowly eroding your confidence, independence, and freedom. This behaviour is not just arguing or being mean; it’s a persistent pattern designed to keep you under their influence. Recognising the signs is the first step toward reclaiming

Did you know that when the government calls shooting victims “domestic terrorists,” they’re actually using a classic abuser tactic called DARVO? DARVO, a term coined by researcher Jennifer Freyd, stands for Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender. It’s a weapon in the Quicksand Model® of coercive control, where abusers deny their wrongdoing, attack the victim’s credibility, and reverse the roles so the real victims are painted as the offenders. Let’s look at two real examples from the last