Abuse of any type wounds the receiver's morale, self-image, and physical self, and abuse is seldom the same, as there are different types of domestic abuse.
In this article we are going to talk about 17 signs of emotional abuse and what you can do to heal and take control of your life again.
Abusive relationships can potentially take years to identify, and even get out of. Here are ten subtle signs that someone is in an emotionally abusive relationship, according to relationship expert Nancy Nichols.
Abuse is not always straightforward and in-your-face, however, quiet verbal abuse can have the same impact on your psych nevertheless, maybe even more.
This post discusses the various types of toxic and abusive parents and the effects these parents have on their children.
Learn more about 10 Signs of Emotional Abuse You Should Never Ignore from the experts at The Marriage Restoration Project.
This post discusses what narcissistic parents mean, how they're different, and what behaviors, characteristics, and other signs they show.
When a narcissist sits in a silence they didn’t create - they can’t stand it. They shift in their seats, clear their throats and even resort to completely raging out. Silence is not acceptable to them. What will they feed off if nobody is giving them anything? What’s everybody quiet for? What do I do
If you and your mom are best friends-close, you might not even comprehend a relationship that doesn't go that way. But the mother-daughter dynamic can be tricky, and, if you look closely, it's possible you'll see signs you have an emotionally…
The early signs of narcissism in a child might seem like unexpected brushstrokes, but research shows that these carry important clues about potential behaviors.
"It's affected me my entire life."
Therapy Resources: We provide mental health professionals with worksheets, group activities, & more!
Have you ever experienced abuse where only you were the one who knew it was abuse? You may have experienced “dog whistling,” a covert form of abuse that is intended to strategically disorient the v…
Children of narcissists are born into a gaslit reality where they must learn to adjust to an ever-changin rule book written by psychological predator.
Narcissists have shared behaviors, but there are variations that may cause them to fall under one of the types of narcissism
What should you expect when the narcissist can no longer control you? Learn twelve common outcomes in this article.
Abuse is not always straightforward and in-your-face, however, quiet verbal abuse can have the same impact on your psych nevertheless, maybe even more.
Therapy Resources: We provide mental health professionals with worksheets, group activities, & more!
“I constantly hear her voice in my head..."
It can start as a joke, then it can get more common over time, but one thing is for sure: when you meet this kind […] Read More
How do empaths protect themselves from narcissists? The love of an Empath certainly has its healing qualities, but narcissists are immune to it.
Suspect someone is gaslighting you? Read these tactics of emotional abuse to be sure. Gaslighting happens at work, among friends, and at home.
Being raised by a narcissistic parent can have far-reaching consequences. Explore 30 ways how narcissistic parenting affects a child and their well-being.
In this article, we will talk about four examples of gaslighting, the typical phrases of manipulators, and how to respond.
Emotional abuse is complicated, and since it happens within the confines of relationships, it can feel hard to pinpoint. If you feel that something is off, but are curious what the signs of emotional abuse really are, there are some…
You know I write an awful lot about healing from the past and forgiving others and all that kind of good stuff. I also write a lot of articles that share quotes
Have you ever wondered if you're experiencing verbal abuse? It's a heavy, but important, topic. Studies show that more than one in four women report experiencing verbal abuse in a relationship — and even scarier is the fact that it starts young: 62…
Recognizing narcissistic behavior in relationships can save you months or years of misery. Learn 8 signs to be on the lookout for in this article.
In a world where love should bind, some ties become chains. Explore the art of cutting off toxic family members and forge a path toward healing.
My husband was a sneaky, emotional b**stard – a real psychopath. He abused me physically, s**xually, and especially emotionally. Just let me tell you one thing […] Read More
You would be surprised to know how dysfunctional parenting and childhood trauma creates narcissists in our society.
Learn the 7 ways a narcissistic wife can manipulate and control her husband, leading to a cycle of blame, isolation, and emotional turmoil. This is not only for the men that find themselves in this dynamic, but also for the people (mothers, sisters, new partners) who love them. Learn the 7 key signs
After all the abuse, wouldn't it be nice to get the narcissist back, just a little bit? Use this ultimate insult to a narcissist, defeat them, and go free.
BPD and alcoholism are often co-occurring. But why does it happen? We'll explore the connection between BPD and alcohol abuse.