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Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse. This phenomenon is increasingly described and discussed, thus raising public awareness. In this article, I will present examples of gaslighting. TL;DR What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse involving manipulation of the victim’s perception of reality. Jaki jest cel gaslightingu? The goal of gaslighting is to gain control over the emotions, thoughts, and behaviors of the manipulated person. What are typical examples of gaslighting ? - Denying facts (“You made that up,” “That never happened.”)- Suggesting mental illness (“You're (...) blackmail (“If you leave me, you'll destroy the family.”) Who most commonly engages in gaslighting ? - Close individuals (partners, family members, friends).- Colleagues and supervisors in professional settings.- Teachers (...) development groups, as well as group participants, particularly assistants. Who most commonly engages in gaslighting ? - Persistent feelings of confusion and doubts about your own judgments.- Decreased self-esteem, feelings (...) Physical symptoms including sleep disturbances, headaches, and digestive issues. How to protect yourself from gaslighting ? - Learn to recognize manipulation techniques.- Set clear boundaries and consistently defend them.- Build (...)