"Gaslighting Is One Of The Most Commonly Misused Terms" — Therapists Are Sharing The Therapy-Speak Terms Almost Everyone Gets Wrong
“Therapy-speak can be a way for someone to try and elevate themselves above others.” (While the term is new, the concept is not. You might also know it as psychobabble.) Some folks apply the clinical jargon incorrectly because they dont understand some of the complexities or nuances. Othersweaponize these termsas a way to shut down thorny conversations, avoid responsibility or control others. However, misusing these terms can have negative implications that well dive into more below....