Psych2Go's video: 5 Signs They Are NOT Flirting It s Negging

Have you ever been unsure if someone is flirting with you or using manipulative tactics? In this video, we’re breaking down the signs that someone is not flirting, but negging. Negging is a subtle form of emotional manipulation designed to undermine your confidence while keeping you hooked. We'll discuss negging examples and how to spot these manipulative tactics in dating and relationships. Knowing the difference can help you protect yourself and navigate the tricky world of modern romance with confidence. So, let's dive into the nuances of flirting versus negging together! Writer: Dylan Swanepoel Script Editor: Kelly Soong Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice Over: Brandon Animator: Sarimopi (IG: sarimopi) YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong REFERENCES: Beck, S., Clabaugh, S. E., Clark, R. A., Kosovski, M. C., Daar, R., Hefner, V., ... & Suri, R. (2007). Teasing among college men and women. Communication Studies, 58(2), 157-172. Green, K., Kukan, Z., & Tully, R. J. (2017). Public perceptions of “negging”: lowering women’s self-esteem to increase the male’s attractiveness and achieve sexual conquest. Journal of aggression, conflict and peace research, 9(2), 95-105. Nicholson, J. (n.d.). Can an insult make you fall in love?. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-attraction-doctor/201308/can-insult-make-you-fall-in-love Wurst, S. N., Gerlach, T. M., Dufner, M., Rauthmann, J. F., Grosz, M. P., Küfner, A. C., ... & Back, M. D. (2017). Narcissism and romantic relationships: The differential impact of narcissistic admiration and rivalry. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 112(2), 280. Arriaga, X. B., Capezza, N. M., Goodfriend, W., & Allsop, K. E. (2018). The invisible harm of downplaying a romantic partner’s aggression. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 27(4), 275-280. Speer, S. A. (2017). Flirting: A designedly ambiguous action?. Research on Language and Social Interaction, 50(2), 128-150.