Understanding the Psychology of Predators in Positions of Power from a Forensic Psychologist

Predators don’t accidentally end up in positions of power. Many actively seek them out.Why? Access. Credibility. Control. Protection from scrutiny.Teachers, coaches, religious leaders, mentors — authority can become the perfect cover for manipulation when no one is paying attention.Stop teaching blind trust in authority. Start teaching situational awareness, boundaries, and critical thinking instead.The red flags are usually there long before the headlines are.— Dr. Leslie | Intentionally Disturbing