"Behind the facade of self-love, narcissism masks a vacuum of empathy, leaving shattered connections in its wake. Gaslighting, a sinister symphony of manipulation, echoes doubts in the soul, eroding the very foundation of reality."— Dr Juan
Narcissism
Narcissistic Abuse refers to the manipulative, often covert behavior exhibited by individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) or narcissistic traits, aimed at controlling, underming, and demeaning their partners, children, families, and other significant relationships in their lives. Key tactics of narcissistic abuse include emotional manipulation, blame shifting, isolation, and verbal assaults, which collectively serve to destabilize the victim’s sense of self-worth and autonomy.
What does Narcisstic Behavior and Gaslighting look like?
Narcissism is extreme self-obsession, where individuals view others merely as tools to boost their ego. Such behavior can parallel sociopathic tendencies, making them undesirable partners.
Gaslighting manipulates individuals into doubting their sanity. Abusers employ tactics like "Blocking" and "diverting" to control conversations, using phrases like "I told you before..." (even when they hadn't) or "I'm not going through that again," to divert and dominate the dialogue.
Gaslighting
Gaslighting, a specific and insidious form of psychological manipulation, is often a central component of narcissistic abuse. Gaslighting involves the abuser making the victim question their perceptions, memories, and sanity. This can be achieved through outright denial of facts, lying, contradiction, and trivializing the victim’s feelings and experiences.
At Moriel Mental Health Center, we are dedicated to guiding you through the complex journey of healing from narcissistic abuse and gaslighting, offering compassionate and expert support every step of the way. Our specialized therapists provide a safe and nurturing environment, empowering you to reclaim your life and well-being. Trust Moriel Mental Health to help navigate the path to recovery, where understanding, empathy, and personalized care are at the heart of our approach to healing.
