@plaidpyjamas think that guardian article is taking things way too far. Gaslighting? Michael during recoupling maybe at a push, but Curtis just dug himself a hole. I'd probably call Michael's behaviour projecting, or attacking as a form of defence, but there's no sophistication to these two. They're just idiots.
Gaslighting is calculated, abusive behaviour. Adam last year with Rosie - completely different. Totally calculated and sinister.