Placing a subject in a state of high anxiety and then suddenly removing the threat, leaving them in a compliant state of "mindlessness" where they are more likely to agree to requests. Ethical Considerations
A form of psychological manipulation where a person seeks to sow seeds of doubt in a targeted individual, making them question their own memory or perception. Psychology 101: How To Control, Influence, Mani...
The deep-seated inclination to obey perceived experts or figures of power. Placing a subject in a state of high
Starting with a small, trivial request to increase the likelihood of compliance with a much larger request later. Psychology 101: How To Control, Influence, Mani...
The desire to act in accordance with previous statements or behaviors.