Can I make this work? © 2018 Rhonda Freeman, PhD Sometimes I hear from website visitors that they want to stay; and for those who have someone low on the pathological narcissism spectrum, I understand …
Retaliation & Revenge | Aftermath of Narcissistic & Psychopathic Abuse
Anger in the Aftermath of a Narcissistic Relationship (c) All Rights Reserved The aftermath of narcissistic abuse will often include feelings of anger. Angry that they are disordered; angry that …
Continue Reading about Retaliation & Revenge | Aftermath of Narcissistic & Psychopathic Abuse →
What about you? Self-Care After the Narcissistic or Psychopathic Relationship
Guilt and Shame | A message to survivors 'new' to the aftermath All rights reserved When you’re fresh out of an abusive relationship with a narcissist or psychopath your mind can feel on fire with …
Why ‘No Contact,’ Intentional Detachment, & Support Help the Trauma Bond
'No Contact,' Detachment, & Support (Updated 2020) © 2017 Rhonda Freeman, PhD The combination of (non-professional) approaches I have found to be most helpful for survivors to implement in the …
Continue Reading about Why ‘No Contact,’ Intentional Detachment, & Support Help the Trauma Bond →
Neuroscience Behind Idealize, Devalue, and Discard
Neuroscience Behind Idealize, Devalue, and Discard [My Two Phase Theory] © 2017 NeuroInstincts | All Rights Reserved [Reviewed 2018] Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder and psychopathy …
Continue Reading about Neuroscience Behind Idealize, Devalue, and Discard →
Video: The Trauma Bond and Mean, Hateful Partners
The Trauma Bond: The Hook of Narcissists, Psychopaths, & Abusers Answers to the following scenarios can be explained, at least in part, by the trauma bond. Why do I feel a connection to someone …
Continue Reading about Video: The Trauma Bond and Mean, Hateful Partners →