How to recognize gaslighting at work and what to do about it

Gaslighting in the workplace can be subtle and intimidating.
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Gaslighting is a form of mental and emotional manipulation, often occuring when someone tries to convince you that your memory is wrong and that you're losing touch with reality.
In the workplace, gaslighting can look like a manager not inviting you to a meeting then getting upset when you don't show, or a coworker insisting you never handed in an assignment when you know you did.
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