Adult Children of Narcissists: How to Heal from Trauma and Learn to Build Healthy Relationships

A warm and supportive book by psychologist and author of several international bestsellers Shahida Arabi. It helps to recognize the destructive influence of narcissistic upbringing and break free from this vicious cycle. Growing up next to a narcissistic relative is... devastating to the psyche. Narcissistic parents lack empathy, interfere in their children's lives, try to control them, while neglecting them and subjecting them to emotional, psychological, and physical abuse. Even as adults, the children of narcissistic parents remain their captives. The consequences of emotional or physical abuse, manipulation, neglect, and aggression continue to haunt these individuals for years and force them to repeat toxic behavior patterns in their relationships with themselves and others. Thanks to this book, you will learn: — how childhood trauma affects behavior in adulthood; — what traits are characteristic of narcissistic fathers and mothers; — how to heal your inner child. The author addresses a wide range of issues — from the problems faced by daughters of narcissistic fathers to how adverse childhood experiences affect our brains. She offers psychological tools and skills that will allow you to overcome the consequences of narcissistic upbringing, start taking care of yourself, and learn to build healthy relationships. Who the book is for: For anyone who wants to heal from childhood trauma.