Weaponized incompetence
In psychology, weaponized incompetence refers to a tactic by which someone avoids their own duties by claiming that they are not good at a task.[1][2] Psychologist Dr. Susan Albers said that weaponized incompetence occurs in both workplace and romantic relationships.[1]
Examples
[change | change source]Impact
[change | change source]Weaponized incompetence can cause hatred,[1][2] damaging trust in a relationship.[1][2]
References
[change | change source]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Weaponized Incompetence: What It Is and 4 Signs". Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials. August 19, 2024. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
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- "Weaponized Incompetence". Psychology Today. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- "Understanding Weaponized Incompetence". National Mental Health Hotline. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- Fielding, Sarah (February 4, 2025). "Are Your Repeated Mistakes Actually Weaponized Incompetence?". Charlie Health. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- "What is weaponised incompetence and how does it affect sharing the load in the home?". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. June 4, 2024. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- Elliot, Norris (September 4, 2024). Weaponized Incompetence: Recognizing, Addressing, and Overcoming Deliberate Avoidance. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
