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The Insidious Trauma Bond: Why Empaths Fall for Narcissists (and How to Break Free)
The possibility of developing a trauma link with a narcissist is a consequence of untreated childhood trauma injuries. The personalities and experiences of the narcissist and the empath are quite similar due to their upbringing. The weakest link in the chain, the narcissist, developed narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) as a self-defense mechanism. Because you are more resilient, you are also attention-seeking, have a personality that is addictive, are people-pleasing, and needy, among other characteristics. The distinction lies, of course, in the fact that you are able to experience genuine affection for other individuals while also managing the unpleasant emotions of shame and guilt in a typical manner. You are able to develop as a person during the course of your lifetime. When you connect with individuals that you respect and love, you are attentive to the feedback that you get about those interactions. As a human, you develop in a natural way. In addition, you get knowledge from the triumphs and failures of other individuals. It gives you a more comprehensive perspective, one in which the world, and not just oneself, is intriguing. This is not the case for the individual who suffers from NPD.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Therapy and Challenges
The majority of mental health disorders are addressed with a mix of psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy. However, personality disorders, such as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), are unresponsive to pharmacological treatment. If medications are provided, they will be used to address the symptoms of any concurrent conditions that may exist. Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder may achieve optimal rehabilitation via a program that provides individual, group, and family treatment. Continuous and rigorous long-term treatment may assist individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder in understanding the detrimental effects of their illness on their lives and hindering their potential, while the contributions of peers and loved ones can provide context, depth, and reinforcement to these insights. Narcissism serves as a fundamental organizing component of personality for individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD); hence, mental health professionals will not confront the disease overtly or forcefully. The therapeutic procedure should be undertaken with intentionality and prudence to prevent the patient from becoming overwhelmed prematurely. Therapists and narcissistic patients will collaboratively identify the attitudes and behaviors that generate stress, conflict, and unhappiness in the patient’s life. During rehabilitation, therapists will motivate individuals with NPD to engage in constructive behaviors to mitigate the adverse effects of their narcissistic traits, offering practical guidance and training to facilitate this process. Therapists treating narcissistic individuals must endeavor to establish an environment devoid of judgmental attitudes, concentrating only on solutions. A positive therapeutic approach is crucial, as it fosters trust and enhances the efficacy of communication between physician and patient. Therapeutic approaches based on empirical evidence for individuals diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder often encompass:
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
The Dark Side of Malignant Narcissists
It is common practice to make similarities between the malignant narcissist and sociopaths and psychopaths when one is seeking to get an understanding of the narcissist. What differentiates them from other types of narcissists is the fact that they often exhibit a nasty streak. This is one of the characteristics that sets them apart from the average narcissist. One theory is that they get pleasure from the misery of other people because it gives them a sense of control and accomplishment over themselves. This is because it gives them a sense of accomplishment. The sight of other individuals going through emotional pain or suffering, as well as being irritated, confused, or experiencing other unpleasant sentiments, is what arouses them. They are notorious for saying or doing things that are cruel, wicked, or nasty, and they gain their energy from seeing other people in similar states. They are also known for their horrible behavior. When it comes to the abusive psychological features that they exhibit, the degree of conduct and intensity that they exhibit is one that is high, somewhat callous, and rather cold. This is shown by the fact that they exhibit these characteristics.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
The Disgust Narcissists Feel Toward True Intimacy and Tenderness
Intimacy, and a lack of appreciation for tenderness, intimacy, and other people. So here you have a person who is extremely entitled. They are entitled to all that they desire, simply because they desire it. They are also entitled to be seen as a person other than who they actually are.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
Narcissists and the False Narrative of ‘Allowing’ Abuse
Because it’s not possible to allow yourself to be a victim. This is victim-blaming 101. It takes the responsibility off of the perpetrator and suggests that the victim just isn’t “enough”. A million vulnerable weak elderly folk could wander around leaving their wallets out, and I wouldn’t rob them. If I rob them, then I’m a victimizer. Period.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
The Scapegoat and the Golden Child: A Narcissistic Mother’s Tactics
Because the scapegoat is watching. (alternately, people are watching) The narcissist doesn’t “parent” to improve the wellbeing of their child. They don’t have normal parenting instincts. Instead, they have a need to be seen or perceived in a certain way. They have a need to be in power, to be validated, and to see and keep others down.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
The Aging Narcissist: How Their Behavior Gets Worse with Time
The aging narcissist becomes more and more narcissistic as they age. Becoming elderly is a normal part of the developmental stage of life for most people, but not for the narcissistic. They may have always been somewhat narcissistic, but it becomes worse as they age. Especially when the midlife crisis catches up to them. This is where you will see them trying to hold on to what is left of their youthful years. Dressing younger, getting plastic surgery in an effort to look young, going to the gym to alter their body, or buying a sport or luxury vehicle to impress or attract younger victims. Some will even divorce their lifetime spouse only to get involved with or to remarry a younger victim, because this feeds into their need for narcissistic supply. Even as they age, they still want and need to have their ego constantly stroked.
By Waleed Ahmed12 months ago in Psyche
