Games People Play

This influential work in psychology and social psychology examines the complex dynamics of human communication and behavior through transactional analysis theory. The author dissects various psychological games that people engage in unconsciously, from intimate relationships to workplace interactions, revealing how these patterns serve hidden emotional needs while often causing dysfunction. Written for both professionals and general readers, it offers practical insights into recognizing and understanding manipulative social behaviors. The book became a seminal text that changed how people think about interpersonal relationships and remains relevant decades after publication.