When Does Influence Become Coercion?

Coercion means pressure, threats or control that make it difficult or unsafe for someone to say no.

You will learn to

Explore how different kinds of pressure and control can affect someone's freedom to choose.
Understand the difference between persuasion, dependence and coercion, and why every situation is different.
Explain what you think using the evidence, including anything we still do not know.

Story context

Abby and Sarina's experiences show how pressure and control can affect choice. You will then think about a new fictional situation.

You do not need to own or have read the book. The lesson includes the context you need.

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