Controlling people often have difficulty dealing with problems
objectively and will manipulate the conversation to blame others when
their own mistakes are pointed out.

Controlling people often do not have close friends, and rarely are
friends with others who are more attractive, intelligent, or well-
liked than themselves. They tend to be jealous of popular, successful
people, and will criticize those held in high-regard by others.

Controlling people will rarely compliment others as this would divert
attention from themselves and their desire to be the center of
attention. Compliments, when given, are backhanded and actually point
out some flaw or defect in the other person.

Controlling people often demean or criticize others as a means of
building theirselves up and appearing superior and in control.

A controlling person may try to control the way you dress and speak,
or they may even criticize your opinion.

Controlling people are very manipulative. They will not like it when
you try to stand up for yourself about something that is important to
you.