In Depth: Narcissistic Abuse

Blog Series: Yeet Yo Toxic Mom

1. Narc abuse can hurt you. 

"In an attempt to protect you, your body can suffer and you can become physically ill. Your immunity is suppressed and your ability to fight illness and disease increases. Other physical symptoms of chronic stress from narcissistic abuse are intensified insomnia and excessive worry."

"You'll get yelled at, guilt-tripped, told that you are judgmental or mean, and probably be given a list of reasons that they think you are a narcissist," says Chelsey Cole, a psychotherapist and author of "If Only I'd Known: How to Outsmart Narcissists, Set Guilt-Free Boundaries, and Create Unshakeable Self-Worth."𝇉

2. What is secondary mania in narcissism?

Secondary mania in narcissism is a relatively common occurrence. As I research, nothing shocks me but the surprises are abundant. Meaning, I'm bipolar and I thought I knew about every kind of mania there is. I did not. Here's what I learned:

In the manic phase, he is restless (often insomniac), full of pent up energy, explosive, dramatic, creative, an excellent performer and manager. Suddenly, and often for no apparent reason, he becomes subdued, depressed, devoid of energy, pessimistic, and "zombie-like".

Narcissistic Signal, Stimulus, and Hibernation Mini-Cycles

3. Why do narcs target their children? 

Narcissistic parents love to antagonize their kids for several reasons.