Tag: narcissistic parents
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When people think of family abuse, they often imagine shouting, violence, or obvious cruelty. But for many Adult Children of Narcissists (ACONs), the deepest wounds come not from what was done to them, but from what was withheld. This is called emotional neglect. Understanding the difference between neglect and abuse is important for healing. Both…
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One of the most mind melting and confusing forms of abuse in narcissistic families is gaslighting — the supreme manipulation tactic which makes you question your own reality. For Adult Children of Narcissists (ACONs), gaslighting often begins in childhood and continues into adulthood, leaving deep wounds of self-doubt and confusion. Gaslighting isn’t always obvious. It’s…