Trauma Bonds Explained: How They Form & What You Can Do

Growing up with a narcissistic parent can lead to long-term emotional damage including low self-esteem, chronic guilt, and difficulty setting boundariesBoundaries are an imaginary line that separates me from you. They separate your physical space, your More. Narcissistic parents often prioritize their own image and needs over their child’s emotional well-…

Narcissists use specific manipulation tactics during arguments to avoid accountability and maintain control. These include word salad, gaslightingGaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which a person covertly sows seeds of doubt in a More, blame shiftingBlame shifting is an emotionally abusive behavior or tactic. Abusers have difficulty taking responsibility for problems. More, playing the victim, character assassination, the silent treatmentSilent Treatment The silent treatment is a form of emotional abuse typically employed by people with narcissistic tendencies. It More, and love-bombing afte…