Recognising Predatory Personalities

Recognising Predatory Personalities 

Some people consistently prioritise power, status, control, or personal gain over the wellbeing of others. While they may appear charming, confident, caring, or trustworthy at first, their behaviour can leave others feeling confused, manipulated, blamed, or emotionally exhausted.

This handout explains the concept of the Dark Triad: a combination of narcissistic, manipulative, and low-empathy personality traits and explores how these characteristics can show up in workplaces, friendships, family relationships, and intimate partnerships.

In this resource, you'll learn:

✔ What the Dark Triad personality traits are
✔ Why manipulative people can be difficult to identify
✔ Common tactics such as gaslighting, blame shifting, and deception
✔ Why persistent confusion can be an important warning sign
✔ How predatory personalities operate in workplaces and relationships
✔ Practical strategies for recognising and responding to manipulative behaviour

Designed for clients, carers, and clinicians, this resource provides a clear and accessible framework for understanding unhealthy relationship dynamics and recognising patterns that may place your wellbeing at risk.