A couple of months ago I joined Dr. Charles Sophy on his podcast. I decided to share information regarding the brain and abuse with his audience, as well as common patterns found among abusers. “Abuse Stereotypes vs Reality” [https://www.drsophy.com/podcasts] My portion of the show begins at appx the 9′:16″ mark. I hope you find it helpful! […]
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Psychological Abuse | Emotional Abuse
Psychological Abuse | Emotional Abuse © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form Psychological and emotional abuse are common within relationships with partners who lack empathy and a conscience. For most it will be safest to avoid individuals with traits associated with violating the rights of others. Otherwise, exposure to individuals […]
Stress and Abuse | The Pain of an Abusive Relationship
Stress, Abuse and the Brain © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form Stress and abuse are difficult conditions to endure. For individuals who become involved with abusive partners, it is not uncommon for them to experience frequent frustration, pain, anxiety and perhaps even fear. Under such […]
Change and Psychopathic Traits – Can it Happen?
Change and Psychopathic Traits Can it Happen? © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All rights reserved Can individuals with psychopathy change if his partner is understanding, nurturing, and loving? This is a common question for many who have fallen in love with a partner with strong psychopathic traits. Many psychopathic partners can be “amazing” mates one minute and […]
He Gets Hurt Too | Men Abused by Women
He gets hurt too – Men Abused by Women © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form Many in society associate domestic violence or abuse with males as the perpetrator. In actuality, the number of men abused by women is quite high. It is a topic that is given […]
Did He Have the Ability to Love Me [video]
The Abusive Relationship Did He Have the Ability to Love Me | Narcissistic & Psychopathic Relationships © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form An intimate relationship with a violating partner, lacking a conscience is a unique and often traumatizing experience. Individuals with such traits tend to victimize their romantic partners. Most […]
Don’t Fall into the Trap of Normalizing Pathological Behavior
All Rights Reserved Abuse and love are combinations you’ll never find in healthy relationships – Never. Healthy and mature partners instinctively know the line that should not be crossed. They don’t cross it because they love you and care about your feelings – even when they are angry or disappointed in you. Arguments and disagreements […]
Grooming, Manipulation, and Love Bombing
© 2013 Rhonda Freeman, PhD | All Rights Reserved When pathologically abusive individuals get access to a new target they often shift into an intensely addictive state. That being said, most human beings get a ‘lover’s high’ or ‘dopamine rush’ when they are with someone new. It’s normal. Our thoughts tend to get focused on our potential […]
Lingering Pain After an Abusive Relationship [Part II]
Lingering Pain After an Abusive Relationship © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form [Go to part I] Often adding to the pain is the trauma bond that is created during the course of the relationship. The behavior of an individual with strong psychopathic traits tends to be inconsistent. […]
You Make Me Sick | Abusive Relationships, Domestic Violence, & Health
You Make Me Sick | Abusive Relationships & Health © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form Constant interaction with a callous and emotionally abusive partner is more than psychologically damaging. It can lead to the loss of one of the most valuable gifts we have – Health. The […]
Superficial and Shallow Emotions | It’s Not that Deep
Emotions within Psychopathy and Narcissism © 2013 Rhonda Freeman, PhD | All Rights Reserved Psychopaths are extremely superficial individuals, therefore, deep connections are not possible for them. Their relationships suffer not only because they can be cruel, abusive, and cunning, but also because they simply cannot bond. Other living beings hold no value to them […]
Blame Shifting | When a Selfish, Callous Partner Tells You ~ ‘It is all your fault’
Blame Shifting Updated 2020 | © 2013 All Rights Reserved For abusive individuals, people who are trusting and forgiving are easier to manipulate than a fellow narcissist or psychopath. This works out perfectly for abusers as they nearly always use blame shifting as a solution to interpersonal problems. With an open, vulnerable, and regulated mate, […]
Common Missing Pieces of a Narcissistic or Psychopathic Relationship | Emotional Deficiencies
Missing Pieces & Emotional Deficiencies Narcissistic Personality Disorder & Psychopathic Relationships © 2013 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved | No Unauthorized Reproduction Permitted in any form Having love and a special person to go through life with is important and what emotionally healthy human beings need. That’s why it’s vital that our partners are safe, moral, […]
