Efficacy of Assertive Training for Gaslighting and Mental Health in University Students

Authors

  • Maryam Farooq PhD Student, Applied Psychology Department, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Umm E Rubab Kazmi Assistant Professor, Applied Psychology Department, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Amina Muazzam Professor, Chairperson, Applied Psychology Department, College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan

Keywords:

gaslighting, psychological abuse, psychological maltreatment, mental health, assertiveness

Abstract

Gaslighting, a manipulative tactic, manifests in various forms including physical, psychological, and emotional abuse, often subtly. This literature review explores assertiveness training's impact on gaslighting and mental health. Utilizing databases like Google Scholar, Academia, and PubMed, relevant English-language articles from 2015 to 2023 were analyzed. Demographics such as age, gender, and relationship status were considered. Assertiveness significantly improved mental health, especially among adolescents and young adults up to 25 years old, as most mental health issues initially develop or are first noticed by this age. In conclusion, assertiveness training enhanced mental well-being, social skills, and relationship dynamics while reducing experiences of gaslighting.

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Published

2024-02-01

How to Cite

Maryam Farooq, Umm E Rubab Kazmi, & Amina Muazzam. (2024). Efficacy of Assertive Training for Gaslighting and Mental Health in University Students. Kurdish Studies, 12(2), 5629–5643. Retrieved from https://kurdishstudies.net/menu-script/index.php/KS/article/view/2721

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): Kurdish Studies

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