What is Gaslighting?

The abuser conveniently seems to constantly forget the sequence of events that occurred. If

he or she consistently says things like, "I don't know what you're talking about," or "That

never happened," this is gaslighting.

An abuser might call you "too sensitive" or raise a skeptical eyebrow when you try to

complain about his or her behavior, asking you why you would get upset over "something so

dumb."

If an abusive partner keeps changing the subject each time you bring up their abusive tactics,

or blocks you from even talking about it in the first place, such as by saying, I don't want to

talk about that all you do is try to start an argument, "Let's talk about that later," or "You

know your memory isn't the best," this is yet another gaslighting technique.

They will also, shut you down when you try to confront him or her about abusive behavior.

Or say you aren't remembering things correctly. When you know you do.