Insights on Gaslighting
Explore our latest articles about understanding, identifying, and dealing with gaslighting in various contexts.
Divide and Conquer: Unmasking Manipulation in Family and the Workplace
Which Therapy Works Best for Narcissistic Abuse CBT EMDR DBT or Others
You might ask which therapy is best for healing from narcissistic abuse. There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to narcissistic abuse therapy. Many people feel lost or stressed when seeking help because there are so many therapy options, and trauma can be difficult to navigate.
The Silent Treatment: How Narcissists Use Silence to Punish and Control
Discover why narcissists use the silent treatment to punish and control. Learn the psychology behind this emotional abuse tactic and evidence-based strategies to respond.
What is Narcissistic Supply? Understanding Why They Need Your Attention
Learn what narcissistic supply is, why narcissists crave constant attention and validation, and how to recognize if you're being used as their emotional fuel.
Is Your Manager a Narcissist? Research Reveals Surprising Trait Overlap
You're not imagining it. That uneasy feeling about your **narcissistic manager**—the way they take credit for your work, dismiss your concerns, or somehow make every conversation about themselves—may...
Gaslighting in the Workplace: How to Spot Sabotage and Protect Yourself
You know something is wrong, but you can't quite put your finger on it. Your coworker takes credit for your ideas in meetings.
What Makes Gaslighting So Effective? Psychological Mechanisms Explained
Gaslighting psychology works because it makes you doubt yourself. It makes you question what is real. You may stop trusting your own thoughts. Imagine someone says you never said something. But you remember saying it. You start to think your memory is wrong.
Emotional Invalidation: The Lasting Impact on Childhood Abuse Survivors
How Fight or Flight Responses Shape Long-Term Marriage
You might see that fight or flight tactics in long term marriage can stop good communication. They can also make people feel far apart. When stress or conflict gets high, you may remember times when easy talks turn into confusion. These talks can also make you feel tired inside.