Manipulation is when an individual uses controlling and harmful behaviors to cast doubt, hide their true intentions, and avoid responsibility. There are many forms of manipulation and therefore can be hard to spot without knowing the signs of manipulation abuse. But first, let’s be clear- Manipulation is a form of verbal and emotional abuse …
Emotional abuse
Mental abuse is difficult to define. Within the term of emotional or verbal abuse lies many specific subsets of emotional abuse like gaslighting for instance. These specific types of emotional abuse have only recently been identified and recognized by therapists and those who experience the abuse. While some people do not recognize or believe these …
Often times the terms narcissist, sociopath and psychopath get thrown around interchangeably. The three terms are often used for describing someone who lacks a conscious or someone who appears to have lost touch with reality. But all three psychological terms have distinct similarities and differences. To know if you’re dealing with someone who’s a …
Sometimes recovering from emotional abuse requires talking to a professional. Other times, it’s a long process of self-healing that may take months to years. However, you go about emotional abuse recovery is personal to your life journey. What’s important is you recognize the emotional abuse for what it is… Abuse! This will help you …
How is it even possible to recover and heal from the wounds of past emotional abuse? I’ve asked myself this question many times over the years. While you may no longer be in a psychologically abusive relationship anymore, it doesn’t mean the mental scars left behind have healed. Although time may be a factor …