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Study Reveals Dark Triad Traits Manipulate Through Touch

10/23/2025

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A study from Binghamton University finds that individuals with dark triad traits manipulate their partners through physical touch.
Women with dark triad traits are likely to use touch manipulatively while disliking being touched.
Anxious men may use touch for reassurance.
The study involved 500 college students, highlighting touch as a potential means of control rather than affection and informing therapies to promote healthier relationships.

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Story summary

A study from Binghamton University finds that individuals with dark triad traits manipulate their partners through physical touch.
Women with dark triad traits are likely to use touch manipulatively while disliking being touched.
Anxious men may use touch for reassurance.
The study involved 500 college students, highlighting touch as a potential means of control rather than affection and informing therapies to promote healthier relationships.