<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
I've heard that predatory types, use 4 or 5 techniques in order to mentally ensnare their targets. Do you know what some of those methods might be?
<|assistant|>
Yes, here are some techniques that predatory types may use to mentally ensnare their targets:

1. Triangulation: This involves engaging another person or group of people in order to create an emotional or psychological distance between the target and their support network.

2. Glamouring: This is the practice of using flattery, charm and exaggerated attention in order to gain power over someone.

3. Lecturing: This is the process of using criticism and judgement in order to make the target feel like they are “in the wrong”. 

4. Projective Confession: This is when a perpetrator uses subtle leading questions or statements to get the target to divulge their deepest and darkest secrets and emotions.

5. Avoiding Confrontation: This involves deflecting or side-stepping criticism or difficult conversations by diverting blame onto someone or something else.

By becoming familiar with these techniques, you can protect yourself from someone trying to manipulate and control you.