This academic piece explores how gaslighting can extend beyond personal relationships into institutional and political spheres. It examines how narratives in media and political systems influence public perception and shape societal understanding.

This article explores how political figures may use rhetorical tactics to shift focus from significant issues and influence public discourse. It examines how these techniques can contribute to polarization, erode trust, and ultimately impact democratic processes.

This piece from Cambridge Core examines the rise of post-truth politics, where emotionally charged narratives often overshadow factual information. It categorizes various techniques, such as introducing counter-narratives or challenging facts, that can influence public perception.

This article examines how gaslighting operates in global politics, with examples from the U.S., South Africa, and Brazil. It highlights how leaders may use narrative techniques to divert attention from policy challenges, employing emotionally charged rhetoric to influence public opinion.

This article explores the role of gaslighting in American political discourse, particularly how it intersects with modern marketing and messaging techniques. It also discusses how mindfulness can be used as a tool to stay grounded and maintain a clear perception of reality.

This article explores how techniques like gatekeeping and ‘do-bettering’ are used to control conversations on social media. It discusses how the tone and morality of online discourse can shape perceptions, making it a valuable read for those interested in how gaslighting functions in digital spaces.

This article explores how the media can use subtle narrative techniques to influence audiences toward progressive ideas. It highlights how language choice, selective story coverage, and framing can shape public opinion, and discusses how media platforms sometimes downplay conservative viewpoints as extreme or out of touch.

Psychology Today explores how gaslighting is deployed in political discussions to undermine opponents and create confusion among the public. This article addresses how false narratives and personal attacks are used to manipulate public opinion.

This article explores political gaslighting, explaining how it can shape public perception through the use of misleading narratives and emotionally charged rhetoric. It highlights how political figures and media outlets use these tactics to influence public opinion and divert attention from policy challenges. Historical examples, including Nazi Germany, and modern instances, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic and recent elections, demonstrate the impact of gaslighting on public trust.