DARVO stands for Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender. It's a common manipulation tactic used by individuals with narcissistic traits to avoid accountability:

🚫 **Deny**: They deny the abuse or wrongdoing ever happened.
⚔️ **Attack**: They then attack the accuser’s credibility or character.
🔄 **Reverse Victim and Offender**: Finally, they portray themselves as the real victim while making the true victim appear as the offender.

When this pattern gets *automated* or habitual, it becomes an almost reflexive defense mechanism, making it very difficult to hold the narcissist accountable for their behavior.

Awareness is the first step to breaking the cycle. Recognize when DARVO is happening — it’s not about your credibility, it’s about manipulation. Stay grounded, trust your reality, and seek support. 💡 #NarcissisticAbuse #DARVO #PsychologyTips