Parental gaslighting is a malicious phenomenon that appears in statements often made without ill intent. Phrases like “You’re too sensitive” or “It’s just a joke” can sow doubt and harm the self-esteem of children who grow up to be adults. The harmful effects of these statements, ranging from emotional denial to manipulation of memory, emphasize … Continue reading 7 Gaslighting Statements Parents Unknowingly Use That Can Harm Their Adult Children’s Self-Esteem According to Psychology