NPD/Sociopaths and gaslighting At school, James took a dislike to a classmate, Sam, who was sensitive and popular. He would mock him for auditioning for the school play or for getting upset over failing a test. The situation deteriorated when it became known that Sams parents were separating. Sam appeared to be taking it with fortitude, to the admiration of his peers. He also got attention and sympathy from the school staff, especially James favourite teacher: ie, the one he manipulated most easily. James decided on a plan of covert bullying. He started a whispering campaign implying that Sams parents were not splitting up, that he had said they were in order to seek attention. Sadly, this was all too successful and over the next few days Sam was met with silence and verbal bullying from his hitherto-supportive classmates. James continued his campaign, targeting Sams close friends over the next few days. They found themselves accused of misdemeanours such as sending offensive emails/texts. Then the favourite teacher went on leave with immediate effect after accusations of assaulting a pupil. Where had the accusations come from? Guess. This case shows how deliberately sociopaths, from a young age, can target others. Taking advantage of peoples credibility and goodwill, James exploited the situation. With a more perceptive head teacher, this sociopath might have been found out, but he knew who to manipulate and how far he could go.
Posted on: Wed, 11 Jun 2014 03:26:02 +0000
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