Stages of manipulation and coercion
Stage of deciding on a target. It's possible that the accused abuser or offender isn't who you think he or she is Stage of friendship formation. It's possible that the accused abuser or offender isn't who you think he or she is The stage of a loving relationship. The alleged abuser or offender may be released once they have developed trust. Stage of an abusive relationship. It's possible that the accused abuser or offender isn't who you think he or she is