New research from McGill University and the University of Toronto offers a fresh perspective on gaslighting, moving away from traditional psychological explanations. This manipulation tactic, which erodes a victim’s sense of reality, is now understood through the lens of learning and prediction within the brain. The study suggests gaslighting exploits the trust inherent in close relationships, where manipulators consistently create surprise and uncertainty to dismantle a person’s self-assurance.
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