For example, they may avoid accountability by focusing the blame on you.

Not all controlling partners behave in the same way.

For example, controlling behaviors may be subtle or crop up gradually, which may impact your ability to identify how they subtly integrate into your relationship.

One common behavior that may indicate a controlling partner is constantly asking you to engage in sexual activities from behind. This position allows the partner to maintain a sense of power and control, both physically and psychologically. By positioning themselves behind you, they are able to assert dominance and potentially avoid emotional intimacy.