Abuse

Psychologist and preeminent narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula provides a transformative guide to protecting and healing yourself from the narcissism you can’t see....

What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

Do you have a narcissist, sociopath, or psychopath in your life, or think that you might? Do you continually feel anxious around someone in your life, but can’t pinpoint why? Listen to find out more....

He says he loves you. So...why does he do that? You've asked yourself this question again and again....

A shocking account of how vulnerable children were preyed upon by a doctor entrusted with their care....

The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers....

In this extraordinary, groundbreaking book, the nation's leading expert on predicting violent behavior unlocks the puzzle of human violence and shows that, like every creature on earth, we have within us the ability to predict the harm others might do us and get out of its way....

When you said, “I do”, you entered marriage with high hopes, dreaming it would be supremely happy. You never intended for it to be miserable....

"In the summer of 1991 I was a normal kid. I did normal things....

The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist is the most comprehensive and helpful audiobook on the topic of covert narcissism. This type of narcissism is one of the most damaging forms because the abuse is so hidden and so insidious....

This groundbreaking book includes four books that will teach you from start to finish, everything you need to know about Narcissistic Abuse, Gaslighting, Codependency and Complex PTSD, as well as how to recover from each one of them....

If being in love means being in pain, this book was written for you....

Although clinical research has been conducted on narcissism as a disorder, less is known about its effects on victims who are in toxic relationships with partners....

Do you feel as if you're just going through the motions in life? Are you good at looking and acting as if you're fine, but secretly feel lonely and disconnected? If so, you are not alone....

How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry explains what happens to the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope....

Trauma and Recovery is revered as the seminal text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a broader political frame, Harvard psychiatrist Judith Herman argues that psychological trauma is inseparable from its social and political context....

This best-selling book examines childhood trauma and the enduring effects it has on an individual's management of repressed anger and pain....

On the verge of adolescence, Dave is rescued from his terrifyingly abusive, alcoholic mother and made a permanent ward of the court....

In this revelatory, harrowing, and ultimately hopeful memoir, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard shares the painful realities she grew up with and the details of her life that only she knows.

Separating or divorcing a narcissist can be a difficult, draining experience. This book is written for the spouse of such a personality to support them step by step through the legal process, as well as through the difficult emotional journey that they'll be undertaking....

The FOG is an acronym that stands for "Fear, Obligation, and Guilt". These three emotions are often how narcissists, sociopaths, and other types of emotional manipulators go about controlling others....

Muchos seres humanos han sido privilegiados por contar con una madre amorosa que los escucha, que se toma el tiempo para estar a su lado. Pero muchos otros seres humanos han vivido y viven experiencias llenas de resentimiento, dolor y decepción con sus madres....

A pioneering physician reveals how childhood stress can lead to lifelong health problems and shows us what we can do to break the cycle....

After years of suffering multiple forms of abuse, a vulnerable young girl flees her home only to land straight into the arms of her biological father - a sexual predator....

Long before The Lost Kitchen became a world dining destination with every seating filled the day the reservation book opens each spring, Erin French was a girl roaming barefoot on a 25-acre farm, a teenager falling in love with food while working the line at her dad’s diner....

A young girl's life is shadowed by secrets and lies. When Willow arrives in the Allen household, curious things begin to happen. Who is the strange child dressed in outlandish clothes who refuses a mobile phone? What are the mysterious allegations that have been made about her?

Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These are all insidious weapons in the narcissist’s toolkit. Narcissism can be hard to diagnose, but it is one of the hallmarks of abusive relationships. As a therapist specializing in narcissism and domestic abuse, Vanessa M. Reiser has strategies to help victims to identify, understand, and heal from abusive relationships.

Reintroducing 'Toxic Relationship Recovery: How to End the Cycle, Rediscover Yourself and Love Authentically.' This book is your personal guide to healing from toxic relationships, reclaiming your identity, and building the life you truly deserve.

Trish Hinde, 35, was sexually abused by her father, Gerard King, from the age of six. Alone and scared, she internalised her trauma and began suffering from violent seizures. Her father took responsibility for her epilepsy care, even abusing her on hospital visits. Trish and her five siblings were neglected, often relying on neighbours for food and watching helplessly as bailiffs carried away their possessions. In her early teens, Trish was recklessly promiscuous and became a victim of child sexual exploitation, often finding herself in danger.

Are you afraid to feel good? Do you see everyone else pursuing their right to happiness yet feel held back? Do you feel alone, strange or that there’s something wrong with you. Here’s the good news: None of these feelings are true! This is how people feel after a childhood as the scapegoat to a narcissistic parent. These parents require this child to feel bad so that they don’t have to. Scapegoat children learn it is psychologically dangerous to feel good about who they are.

Break the trauma bond for good and raise happy kids who know the value of setting boundaries because they see you do so confidently! This book will empower you to make it happen, with all the knowledge and practical tips you need to start making a change from Day One.

En este libro revelador, Barton explora profundamente la interacción entre los empáticos, personas con una sensibilidad extraordinaria, y los narcisistas, quienes se alimentan del control. Desde entender los rasgos únicos de ambos hasta desenredar los ciclos tóxicos de abuso y codependencia, Barton ofrece valiosas herramientas para liberarte de la manipulación y establecer límites saludables. Con narraciones y ejercicios prácticos, aprenderás sobre autocuidado, resiliencia emocional y asertividad para construir relaciones saludables y recuperar tu autonomía.

Quedar atrapado en una red narcisista no es tarea fácil. Combinado con experiencias pasadas de diversos tipos de abuso, la presión familiar y una baja autoestima, las víctimas quedan atrapadas en una vida parecida a arenas movedizas que, sin ayuda, puede causarles daños de por vida en múltiples formas.

This isn't just another self-help book—it's your new BFF, cheerleader, and stand-up comedian in your pocket. With a perfect blend of warmth, wit, and wisdom, "Divorcing a Narcissist? Your Cheery Companion Through Divorce" offers a lifeline to those navigating the stormy seas of narcissistic relationships and their aftermath.

Libérate de la manipulación oculta y la influencia tóxica – ¡Recupera tu vida y tu poder! En Los Influenciadores en la Sombra, aprenderás todo sobre los trucos sigilosos que estas personas usan para controlarnos, desde el gaslighting hasta el bombardeo de amor.

How to break free from a toxic relationship, and start reclaiming your sense of self, even if you feel trapped for years Is your relationship making you feel constantly on edge, emotional, and confused? If you're tired of questioning your own judgment, feeling manipulated, and struggling to break free from a toxic cycle, then The Complete Guide to Gaslighting Recovery is your roadmap to healing and empowerment. Imagine finally reclaiming your sense of self and setting healthy boundaries, see and feel yourself being confident, empowered, and surrounded by relationships that uplift and ...

"Is This Love or Narcissism" is a groundbreaking guide that uncovers the insidious nature of narcissistic abuse and provides you with the tools and strategies you need to break free from toxic relationships. Author Cassandra McBride draws on her own personal journey as well as her extensive experience helping countless individuals navigate the complexities of narcissistic partnerships, to create a comprehensive roadmap for reclaiming your life and your sense of self.

Dealing with the effects of a toxic relationship is tough. The physical, mental, and emotional toll it causes is enough to make even the strongest person feel weak. What makes matters worse is that everyone around you simply doesn't understand what you are dealing with. "Just move on," they casually advise, as if it's the easiest thing in the world to do… After all, you haven’t healed from past traumas and don’t know how to move forward from this pain. Luckily, you’re in the right place!

This is an interactive self-help workbook and psychological road map to enable survivors of coercive, cultic, and spiritual abuse to find healing, recovery, and growth.

As a 15-year-old, struggling with severe bullying, ADHD, adoption trauma, and undiagnosed autism, Meg became one of the unfortunate 120,000–200,000 youths who are funneled into the lucrative Troubled Teen Industry (TTI) every year. Over the next 3.5 years Meg was abused in two separate facilities that masqueraded as “treatment”. Over two decades later, Meg Appelgate has evolved into an advocate, activist and passionate spokesperson for survivors across the United States.

Break free from narcissistic abuse, reclaim your self-esteem, and restore confidence, no matter how long you've suffered. Are you trapped in a cycle of narcissistic torment? Does the memory of manipulation haunt you, leaving you lost and overwhelmed? Do you long to be free to grow and confident, free from narcissistic control? Being a victim of narcissistic behavior is devastating, but you’re not alone. Studies suggest 6.2% of people have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), causing widespread emotional distress.

Don’t let financial exploitation catch you or your loved ones off guard — this book is a must-listen for anyone looking to protect seniors from scams and financial abuse. Whether you’re managing your own finances or watching out for an aging parent, Mind the Money: Preventing Financial Exploitation of Seniors gives you the tools you need to stay one step ahead of fraudsters.

Embark on your transformative journey today. EMBRACE your inner child, unlock authentic living, and cultivate lasting self-love. Progress can be challenging when an adult with inner child issues is in the driver’s seat. But what is this inner child, and how much control can it have on you?

Not Ours to See is the inspirational story of a woman who faced adversities as a child, teenager and adult. Anne Sauter Lieb struggled to learn in school, struggled to feel understood in her family and struggled to find peace in a marriage where her feelings didn’t matter. In spite of everything, this devoted mother refused to give up and vowed to provide her daughters with better lives.

La empatía es una cualidad rara que solo unas pocas personas poseen. La mayoría de las personas con esta personalidad suelen ser aprovechadas, por eso es importante saber cómo utilizarla a su favor. Whitney Barton conoce esto muy bien y decidió crear sus libros más intrigantes hasta la fecha, una combinación que ayudará a definir a los empáticos, exponer a los narcisistas y prevenir futuros abusos tanto para los lectores como para las personas que les importan.

My name is Patrick Harrington, and they called me The Breeze. I trafficked drugs throughout the American southwest for fifteen years. I had the merchandise to take away people’s troubles, and then I was gone like a breeze. But no matter how many people I dealt oblivion to, I could never escape my demons. This is how a lifetime of trauma, dysfunction, bad choices, and addiction was healed and redeemed. With his characteristic wit, humor, and brutal honesty, Patrick brings you along for the roller coaster ride that was his life.

A tragedy sidetracks Donna, setting up a series of difficulties. How will she find her way, and how will she get help? This powerful true story begins with Donna, at seventeen, excited for life after graduation with her best friend at her side until an accident changed her life forever. The resulting hopelessness led to rash, imprisoning decisions she later regretted. Although encountering the love of God rescues her soul, she faces devastating circumstances involving those close to her.

Embark on an emotional journey through this compelling and deeply personal book as the author unravels the poignant narrative of their daughter's tumultuous life. In Mississippi "A" Sister's Justice, the author candidly shares the heartbreaking story of Deanna Lashay, one of three beloved daughters. While the focus is on Deanna, the pivotal role played by Mia Nicole adds a crucial layer to the unfolding drama.

Do you find that you're constantly walking on eggshells, afraid of saying something that will upset your ex and cause them to use your children against you? Are you feeling weighed down by your narcissistic co-parent's manipulations? Worried about how all of this is affecting your children? While you cannot change your ex and rid them of their damaging tendencies, you can control your actions and protect your children. This guide will show you how. Inside, you’ll discover:

Life has not always been kind to Wendy Wilson. Childhood traumas, an abusive marriage, and the complexities of being a woman in a high-stakes corporate atmosphere all proved to be adversities that could make or break her very spirit. And yet, at every challenge, she persevered by learning what it truly takes to forge a way forward and ultimately reach success in both her personal and professional lives. She went on to become a CFO and leader of global procurement, and found true happiness in a healthy and loving second marriage.