Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world every year.
Narcissistic Abuse and Recovery
Narcissistic abuse encompasses a range of destructive behaviors such as relentless criticism, cunning manipulation, belittling comments, gaslighting, and neglect.
Each of these tactics is meticulously designed by the narcissist to assert control, maintain power, and keep the victim ensnared in a toxic cycle of dependency and emotional distress.
Adult Children of Narcissists: Navigating Family Dynamics
If you are an ACoN – an Adult Child of a Narcissist, you know all too well how destructive narcissism can be. This post is for you. Here, you will find support and advice from other adult children of narcissists. I understand what you are going through, and I hope my blog will help.
The Harmful Effects of Narcissistic Abuse on Self-Talk
A narcissist’s victim becomes a prop in an untethered make-believe version of the narcissist’s life. This causes devastating damage and leads to negative self talk, where the victims do the job of the narcissist and abuse themselves by proxy.
Spotting Abuse by Proxy: How to Protect Yourself
Abuse by proxy occurs when an abuser uses another person to abuse a victim on their behalf. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as to avoid detection, to humiliate the victim, or to make the victim believe that everyone hates them.
The Impact of Narcissistic Fathers on Their Children
The consequences of growing up with a narcissistic father can leave deep psychological wounds that can haunt individuals well into adulthood.
Understanding the Behavior of Narcissistic Mothers
Narcissistic mothers often exhibit behavioral patterns that can be harmful to their children. These behaviours can include gaslighting, manipulation, verbal and emotional abuse.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder vs. Traits: Key Differences
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and Narcissistic Personality Traits (NPT) are two distinct concepts that have some traits in common but also many differences.
The Grey Rock Technique: What You Need to Know
The Grey Rock Method is a psychological tactic designed for dealing with manipulative individuals, such as narcissists.
Narcissistic Parents and the Burden of the Golden Child
When I was growing up I believed that my family was horrendously unique. I was sure it would be impossible to find another father who acted in as deranged a manner as mine did. It was painfully clear that he hated me and adored my brother, but I simply could not work out why. Then … Read more
The Emotional Toll of Narcissistic Mothers on Their Daughters
If you are a daughter of a narcissistic mother (DoNM), you know the struggle all too well. You may have grown up in a family where your mother was always putting herself first and disregarding your feelings. She may have made you feel like you were never good enough, and that you could never please her.