DARVO stands for "Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender," and it is a manipulation tactic often used by perpetrators of wrongdoing, such as abusers, to avoid accountability. This strategy involves denying the abuse, attacking the accuser, and claiming to be the victim in the situation.

Thanks for the context

Isn't this also the tactic used by someone who has been falsely accused? If one is innocent, should they not deny it or accuse anyone claiming it was them of being incorrect? Are they not a victim?

I don't know, it feels a bit like a more advanced version of the kafka trap of "if you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear" to paint normal reactions as a sign of guilt.

Exactly. And I have hundreds of examples of just that. Hence my fascination, awe and terror.....