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6 Dark Traits of The Female Sociopath
Female sociopaths and narcissists are dangerous precisely because their manipulation often flies under the radar. Although there is an ongoing debate about the definition of “sociopath” versus “narcissist,” it’s safe to say that both types exhibit the following: —A callous lack of empathy. — A tendency to manipulate and con others for their own gain. — A sense of egocentrism and excessive entitlement along with blatant disregard for the rights, needs, and feelings of others. Sociopaths and narcissists on the high end of the spectrum take it one step further. Those who meet the criteria for the Dark Triad (narcissism, psychopathy and Machiavellianism) often lack remorse for their destructive actions.…
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5 Dating Red Flags of Narcissists We Mistake For Intimacy
It’s not always easy to spot narcissists. They can be very charming and alluring at the onset, presenting a false mask to the outside world. Research indicates that narcissism is rising in the population, especially among the younger generation (Twenge and Campbell, 2009). With the rise of dating applications such as Bumble, Tinder, and OKCupid connecting us to people we wouldn’t normally have access to, it’s even more likely that at some point you will encounter someone on the narcissistic spectrum. Yet how can you tell in the early stages of dating that you’ve met someone toxic? Although there is no foolproof way to immediately confirm whether someone is a…
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Research Finds That Narcissists Try To Remain Friends With Their Exes For Darker Reasons
Have you ever wondered why a toxic ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend reached out to you after a break-up to try and remain friends? Why someone who clearly did not value you during your relationship together seemed to show renewed interest only after things ended? While there can be many reasons why an ex-partner reaches out, those who have been involved with emotionally abusive narcissists can feel validated in knowing that their ex-partner’s reasons are less motivated by love and far more motivated by darker and more selfish reasons. A recent research study conducted by Mogilski and Welling (2017) showed that those who had darker personality traits such as narcissism, psychopathy and…
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Online Psychopaths and Narcissists: How Abusers Stalk, Troll and Cyberbully Their Victims
Trolls and cyberbullies have always been assumed in our society to have low self-esteem – after all, what kind of a person would go out of their way to demean and bully other people than someone who struggles with their own self-worth? Unfortunately, there are darker forces at work which appear to be driving these online predators – and their horrific online behavior has far more to do with sadism and psychopathy than low self-esteem. Research has shown that those who enjoy trolling also happen to have high levels of narcissism, sadism, psychopathy and Machiavellianism, known as the “Dark Tetrad of personality” (Buckels, Trapnell & Paulhus, 2014). This means that…
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5 Signs You’re Dating A Cheating Narcissist
5 Signs You’re Dating A Cheating Narcissist Have you ever encountered a dating partner who swept you off your feet, courted you persistently and made over-the-top declarations about the way they felt about you – only to discover they had a girlfriend or boyfriend all along? How about the ex who kept “checking in” with you over text while in bed with their spouse? Or the shady significant other who always seemed to disappear for days, only to return with excuses about their whereabouts? You may have come across a narcissistic or sociopathic personality type. Narcissists and sociopaths are notorious for engaging in both emotional and physical infidelity. Not only…
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12 Of The Most Common Lies Sociopaths And Narcissists Tell, Translated Into Truth
12 Of The Most Common Lies Sociopaths And Narcissists Tell, Translated Into Truth It’s common knowledge that manipulative personalities tend to engage in a great deal of pathological lying and deceit. In fact, compulsive lying is associated with narcissistic and antisocial personality disorders – likely connected to the lack of empathy and propensity for exploitative behavior inherent in these disorders (Ford, King & Hollender, 1988; Baskin-Sommers, Krusemark, & Ronningstam, 2014). How do they get away with their lies? Covert wolves in sheep’s clothing build a very convincing, charismatic false mask for society and often have a great deal of “social proof” in the form of enabling supporters who believe…
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8 Toxic Ways Narcissistic Mothers Emotionally Abuse Their Children
8 Toxic Ways Narcissistic Mothers Emotionally Abuse Their Children Our mothers are the foundation of our first attachment to the world. As infants, we learn by her example how to bond with others. We derive our initial sense of our self-worth from how she cares for us, nurtures us, protects and shields us from harm. A mother’s capacity to provide us with a healthy attachment, to tune into our emotions, validate our pain, and meet our basic needs has a fundamental impact on our development, attachment styles, and emotional regulation (Brumariu & Kerns, 2010). When this initial attachment is instead tarnished by psychological violence, it can leave scars that can…
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How Society Gaslights Survivors of Narcissists, Sociopaths, and Psychopaths
How Society Gaslights Survivors of Narcissists, Sociopaths, and Psychopaths “There is a class of individuals who have been around forever and who are found in every race, culture, society and walk of life. Everybody has met these people, been deceived and manipulated by them, and forced to live with or repair the damage they have wrought. These often charming—but always deadly—individuals have a clinical name: psychopaths. Their hallmark is a stunning lack of conscience; their game is self-gratification at the other person’s expense. Many spend time in prison, but many do not. All take far more than they give.” – Dr. Robert Hare, The Charming Psychopath As an author who…
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7 Things Covert Narcissists, Sociopaths, and Psychopaths Do Differently
“The only truly effective method for dealing with a sociopath you have identified is to disallow him or her from your life altogether. Sociopaths live completely outside of the social contract, and therefore to include them in relationships or other social arrangements is perilous.” – Dr. Martha Stout, The Sociopath Next Door When many of us think of malignant narcissists, sociopaths and psychopaths, the image of the egotistical megalomaniac is called to mind: overly proud, boastful, arrogant, vain, self-centered, even violent, depending on how psychopathic we think they might be. Yet many of the most conniving and dangerous manipulators are not overt in their tactics – and their violence does…
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The Connection Between Mass Shooters and Malignant Narcissism, According to Psychologists
The recent tragic shootings at a bar in Thousand Oaks, California and a local yoga studio in Tallahassee, Florida beg the question: what type of person would commit such a horrific crime? In an attempt to make sense of the unfathomable horror, some have pointed to mental illness, while others believe it is a combination of social and cultural factors at work. Yet throughout the years, some psychologists have been pointing to a different reason altogether for mass shootings: malignant narcissism. In her article for Psychology Today, psychiatrist Jean Kim (2015) notes that while some mass shooters may have suffered from psychosis, others may have “more of an issue with…