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Staying Connected
Posted on April 18, 2021 Leave a Comment
Had a wonderful Saturday evening on Zoom talking to long lost relatives, and our group is growing! Its is important for alienated children to try and reconnect with as many relatives as possible after being alienated from everyone for many years. I receive many emails and messages on social media from Alienated families and adult […]
National Coalition Against Parental Alienation
Posted on April 17, 2021 Leave a Comment
Professional Training course for Family Counselors/Family Law Attorneys – FREE This course is an essential how to manual in this important and ever increasing area of behavioral science and law. Busy mental health professionals need a reference guide to aid them in developing data sources to support their positions in reports and testimony. They also […]
For Anyone Who’s in a Relationship with a Narcissist
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
Try to find something joyful in every day. Control your own finances. Be good to yourself. People may have told you to leave, but you need to trust yourself to know what is right for you, and when. In time you will know.
From the Spouse of a Narcissist: Here’s What You Need to Know
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
The more I read about NPD the more I began to understand my husband. The literature indicates that people with NPD do not change and do not feel that they have a problem. Adults with NPD have been described as “children who are forever emotionally trapped.” Therapy is not often successful for people with NPD, […]
Consider Doing an Experiment
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
Consider Doing an Experiment What could it hurt to try something different? Just for a month? If it doesn’t work, you can always go back to the way things were just before you read this blog. I know it may feel like a departure from reality to act like he’s not disordered and start expecting […]
Can a Narcissist Have a Happy Marriage?
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
Many people with narcissistic personality disorder appear to be in a successful and happy marriage. Their social media posts show them laughing together over a special dinner, walking hand-in-hand along the beach, and even renewing their marriage vows in front of friends and family. Should we believe the pictures? Can a narcissist have a happy marriage? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-narcissism/202007/can-narcissist-have-happy-marriage
Can a Narcissist Change? YES
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
There are several approaches to dealing with narcissism, but therapy typically involves these essential steps: identifying existing defense mechanisms exploring reasons behind these coping methods learning and practicing new patterns of behavior exploring how behaviors affect others examining connections between their internal voice and their treatment of others The key to lasting progress often lies in: […]
Can a Narcissist Change? What to Expect
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
It’s not uncommon for people with narcissistic tendencies to experience other mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and substance misuse. These other issues, rather than narcissistic traits, often encourage people to seek therapy https://www.healthline.com/health/can-a-narcissist-change
Individual and Marital Therapy with Narcissists | Psychology Today
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
Although narcissism is difficult to treat, progress can be made over time. Even weekly sessions over a shorter term can yield benefits. Patients’ functioning and adaptation to reality can improve through gaining some control over their defenses and by working through past trauma (Masterson, 2004). They can learn to manage their anger, rage, and impulsivity. Although narcissists may […]
Is Couples’ Therapy Useful When One Partner Is a Narcissist? | Psychology Today
Posted on April 9, 2021 Leave a Comment
How Does All of This Affect Couple’s Therapy? Effective couples’ therapy requires each member of the couple to be willing to reflect on his or her beliefs, behaviors, and impact on the other person. It is necessary for people in couples’ therapy to be able to admit where their behavior or their expectations for the relationship are […]
