Insights on Gaslighting

Building Healthier Relationships by Managing Abusive Behavior

You deserve relationships where people treat you with respect and keep you safe. Abuse happens more than many people think. The World Health Organization says almost one in three women face abuse in close relationships. It can feel hard to notice and handle abusive behavior.

For Beginners: How to Document Manipulative Conversations

Divorcing a Covert Narcissist: Lessons from a 10-Year Marriage

Ten years. That's how long it took me to understand what was happening in my own marriage. Not because I wasn't paying attention—but because covert narcissism is designed to be invisible.

Steps to Break Free from Codependent Gaslighting Relationships

You might feel lost or confused. You may even blame yourself. If you start to doubt your own thoughts, you are not alone. You might also feel cut off from others. Gaslighting slowly takes away your confidence. It can cause depression, anxiety, and PTSD.

Gaslighting disguised as jokes and its impact on relationships

Have you ever laughed along with a joke, but deep down, something felt off? Maybe someone teased you, then said, “Relax, it’s just a joke,” even though you felt hurt or confused. You start to wonder if you’re too sensitive or if your feelings are wrong.

Narcissist Apology: How to Spot Fake Remorse vs. Real Apologies

You've heard the words "I'm sorry," but something feels wrong. The apology leaves you more confused than comforted, more guilty than validated.

How to Document Gaslighting in the Workplace (Templates & Tips)

Start writing things down when you see gaslighting at work. Document gaslighting by recording each event right after it happens. Write the date, time, and place. Write the names of people who were there. Write the words or actions that made you feel bad. Save emails, chat logs, and screenshots.

Medical Gaslighting: When Healthcare Providers Dismiss Symptoms

Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling like no one listened to you or like your symptoms were not real? You are not the only one. Medical Gaslighting happens when you tell your doctor about your worries, but they do not listen or act like your problems are not important.

Borderline Personality Disorder vs Manipulation: Facts vs Myths

You might have heard that people with BPD often use manipulation to get what they want. This idea causes real harm. Many people with BPD feel misunderstood and judged. Stigma affects their lives and even their health. Take a look at what research shows:StudyFindingsAviram et al.