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Gaslighting Syndrome with Christine Louis de Canonville
Gaslighting Syndrome with Christine Louis de Canonville
Gaslighting Syndrome with Christine Louis de Canonville
Sunday 19th January 2020
Explore gaslighting syndrome with expert Christine Louis de Canonville, discussing coercive control and strategies for victims of narcissistic abuse.
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Episode Overview
- Gaslighting is a form of psychological warfare.
- Coercive control laws recently enacted in Ireland.
- IDDH cycle: Idealization, Devaluing, Discarding, Hoovering.
- Narcissism exists on a spectrum; not all narcissists are pathological.
- Victims often face prolonged struggles to overcome abuse.
Demystifying the Narcissist's Complex Patterns of Psychological Warfare and intimate terrorism they cunningly use against their victims.
In this enlightening episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta-Walker welcomes Christine Louis de Canonville, a renowned mental health professional, to discuss her latest book, 'The Gaslighting Syndrome.' The conversation delves into the complex phenomenon of gaslighting, a form of psychological abuse and coercive control akin to 'Intimate Terrorism,' where victims are manipulated to doubt their own reality. Christine explains the recent introduction of coercive control laws in Ireland, highlighting the distinction between coercive control and gaslighting.
While coercive control is part of gaslighting, it does not encompass the entire spectrum of this manipulative behavior. This misinterpretation spurred Christine to write her book, aiming to clarify the nuances of gaslighting and educate the public. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the IDDH cycle, a recurring pattern in narcissistic relationships. The cycle begins with idealization, where the victim is showered with admiration.
This is followed by devaluing, where the victim can do nothing right, leading to discarding, where the narcissist disconnects in search of new attention. Finally, hoovering occurs when the narcissist attempts to reel the victim back, often involving stalking behaviors. Christine emphasizes that narcissism exists on a spectrum, and not all individuals exhibiting narcissistic traits are pathological. Some may have learned these behaviors from narcissistic parents without developing a full-blown personality disorder.
However, pathological narcissists deliberately employ these tactics for power and control. The episode underscores the challenges victims face in escaping abusive relationships, often requiring years of self-doubt and psychological turmoil before finding liberation. Christine and Kristen share personal anecdotes and strategies to empower listeners in recognizing and countering narcissistic abuse. For those interested in further learning, Christine offers a free chapter of her book and regular articles on narcissism through her website.
As the episode concludes, Kristen expresses gratitude for Christine's valuable insights and anticipates future discussions on this critical topic.