19th November 2025
lifeofindian
At first, they seem extremely charming, confident, and perfect. Psychology calls this: “impression management.”
They rarely show guilt or genuine concern for your feelings. This lack of empathy is a core psychopathic trait.
They twist facts, blame-shift, or guilt-trip you to get what they want. This is known as “emotional manipulation.”
Frequent lying, half-truths, or hiding information is a major red flag. Research calls this “pathological lying.”
They avoid accountability, deny mistakes, and blame others for everything. Psychology terms: “externalizing blame.”
Calm one moment, explosive the next — unpredictable emotional reactions. These unstable patterns create fear and confusion in relationships.
These signs indicate toxic traits, not a diagnosis. Only a mental health professional can diagnose psychopathy.