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gaslighting

Slang for abusive behavior, specifically when an abuser manipulates information in such a way as to make a victim question his or her sanity. It's a form of persistent manipulation that causes the victim to doubt him or herself and ultimately lose his or her own sense of identity and self-worth. It should be noted that gaslighting can occur in personal...

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