Key Points Many narcissists begin their relationships by showering their partner with affection. Later, they shut down intimacy and become abusive. The narcissist’s pattern of intermittent reinforcement keeps their partner attached to them. It’s not easy for a partner to…
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is one of 10 clinically recognized personality disorders described in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V), along with antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and others. Please…
Key Points Emotional intelligence abilities are an advantage in relationships with others who share their emotional intelligence.With a narcissist, two emotional intelligence traits may be manipulated early in a relationship.Self-awareness may be exploited when they insist that you look at…
Key Points Narcissistic abuse is real, but the term “narcissistic victim syndrome” lacks validity. Childhood experiences and personality traits can influence how someone responds to an abusive relationship. The role of the therapist is to assess individual needs, not label…
We all know someone who craves to be the center of attention. But while attention may seem tempting, there are hidden traps that often go unnoticed. In the pursuit of attention, people often overlook certain flaws. Sure, it’s great to…
Standing up and sharing your thoughts can be scary, especially when it means challenging the status quo or addressing uncomfortable truths. Yet it’s in these moments that speaking up becomes not only important but necessary. Finding the courage to speak…
Key Points Narcissistic injury can occur when individuals with narcissistic traits experience criticism, loss, or abandonment from others.Narcissism stems largely from a poor sense of self and feelings of low self-worth. It is important to know yourself and your values…
If you’ve been through this experience a few times, you may have noticed that respect isn’t guaranteed as we age. It can ebb and flow and is often influenced by our habits. As we age, some of the habits we’ve…
You don’t mean it… You can’t be serious about… It’s not your fault you don’t understand… You’re too sensitive about… “Just kidding.” It’s not uncommon for a partner to say something they think is funny when it’s hurtful. Narcissists don’t…
Have you ever heard someone say something that they think is profound, but it makes you raise an eyebrow? It happens a lot. People throw out these “profound” statements thinking they’re sharing some profound wisdom, but more often than not,…
