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Controlling behavior in relationships
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<p>Controlling behavior in relationships are behaviors exhibited by an individual who seeks to gain and maintain control over another person. Abusers may utilize tactics such as <a href="/facts/Intimidation/BmlL4x6f">intimidation</a> or <a href="/facts/Coercion/Cs2TDsUR">coercion</a>, and may seek personal gain, personal <a href="/facts/Gratification/G1IULcxT">gratification</a>, and the enjoyment of exercising power and control. The victims of this behavior are often subject to psychological, <a href="/facts/Physical_abuse/DwMNGqpQ">physical</a>, <a href="/facts/Sexual_abuse/33W0q0IS">sexual</a>, or <a href="/facts/Financial_abuse/hlRhmNnE">financial abuse</a>. </p>