Do Alcoholics Intentionally Try To Gaslight Their Loved Ones?

One thing about alcoholism that's particularly troubling is the memory issues that accompany it.

Alcoholics genuinely don't remember what happened when drinking (referred to as a blackout), and when their family is upset, they get irritated and feel like the other person is overreacting. In this circumstance, the alcoholic isn't intentionally trying to Gaslight their loved one; they don't remember what they said or did during a blackout incident. It's a form of GASLIGHTING and will make you question your sanity. 

But in other instances (like when you find their hidden alcohol), alcoholics intentionally try to make you think you're crazy. They may say something like, "that's been there for over six months. Don't you remember your dad left that when he came at Christmas?" In these situations, the alcoholic person knows precisely what they're doing. They're trying to throw you off their scent or deflect the argument.  

Addicts and Alcoholics are like Ninjas! They can reverse their wrongdoing onto you in a skinny second, making you think you're crazy. This is just one of many manipulation tactics addicts and alcoholics use.  

I have videos on manipulation tactics addicts, and alcoholics use on their loved ones. Be sure and check it out on YouTube! 

Learning to trust yourself is a huge step toward your recovery! 

Amber Hollingsworth

 P.S. If you're worried about a loved one, you can schedule a phone consultation with one of our specialists today!  

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