Hello John, thank you so much for sharing your thought provoking perspective. Indeed I agree with you that for some individuals the behaviour is not so prescriptive nor intentional particularly with the likes of ASD, bipolar, etc. Even borderlines for example use gaslighting but they are not as malicious or malevolent as narcissists in their maneuvering. It is quite sad to witness in individuals suffering from ASD — they are blissfully unaware of this natural way of being.

Thank you again.

Best, Amelie