A crucial book of our times, which reveals the psychological functions of the manipulator’s brain and the impact of gaslighting on our minds, shining a spotlight on how manipulative brains seduce us into belief—and disrupt our ability to think effectively . . . for ourselves.

The Gaslit Brain analyzes the onslaught of gaslighting that has recently dominated the world stage, making many turn to the dictionary just to figure out how it works, who’s at risk, and why it’s becoming normalized. When power, credibility, and social status are harnessed to manipulate, then entire populaces, not just individuals, may suffer violence against facts and truth. Our deep concern with gaslighting’s destructive force has made psychological safety a priority in relationships at home and at work.

In PART ONE, we focus on five individuals who successfully identify and resist gaslighting. These individuals are role models who illustrate that it is possible for all of us, from different walks of life, to reject the seduction of gaslighting—and end instead in a place of advocacy.

PART TWO looks at the brains of those who lie and manipulate at every turn. Non-invasive technology allows scientists to examine the brains of those who objectify others, treating them like pawns that they don't hesitate to sacrifice. It is critical to understand when dealing with the lies of bullying and gaslighting that you are face to face with a damaged brain—and this section of the book explicates this phenomenon clearly, concisely, and entirely without bias.

PART THREE teaches readers how to harness psychology and neuroscience to stay safe and sane. It provides six proven exercises to keep us sharp and skeptical when faced with every manipulation from smear campaigns to spin doctors.

Taken as a whole, The Gaslit Brain turns this psychological and brain research into practical, applicable strategies that anyone can apply to identify and resist the manipulation of gaslighting—before it’s too late.