Definition from Wikipedia: a persuasion technique that involves the false advocacy of a belief or behavior contrary to the belief or behavior that is actually being advocated
Example:
From the Simpsons
Homer's Brain: Don't you get it? You've gotta use reverse psychology!
Homer: (Whining) That sounds too complicated.
Homer's Brain: OK, don't use reverse psychology.
Homer: (Insulted) All right, I will (use reverse psychology)!
Homer: (Whining) That sounds too complicated.
Homer's Brain: OK, don't use reverse psychology.
Homer: (Insulted) All right, I will (use reverse psychology)!

First signs of reverse psychology misuse:

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