The Hidden Logic blog series offers a deep exploration into the psychology underpinning relationship patterns and behaviours, investigating their psychological functions and the potential root causes in childhood experience. Have you ever been in a disagreement with a partner, only to have them suddenly go completely silent? Not just needing a moment to cool down, but a deliberate, total withdrawal? Perhaps they stare blankly, walk out of the room, or give you nothing but mon

The Hidden Logic blog series offers a deep exploration into the psychology underpinning relationship patterns and behaviours, investigating their psychological functions and the potential root causes in childhood experience. In this second post, I am diving into the psychodynamics of emotional abuse by examining its most insidious and disorienting tactic: Gaslighting.   What is Gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where the perpetrator systematical