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Six Strategies to Deal with Adult Children Who Display Narcissistic Tendencies.
Happy New Year! As we all settle into 2023, some of us are likely recovering from troubling interactions with narcissistic loved ones. While this is commonly a romantic partner or parent, in some cases, it might be an adult child showing signs of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
If your Adult Child did any of the following this Christmas or New Year’s Eve, you may need some support.
Playing the victim: Narcissistic children will often manipulate others by portraying themselves as the victim in any situation, whether it is true or not. They will use this tactic to gain sympathy and attention from others.
Gaslighting: Narcissistic children may manipulate others by making them doubt their own perceptions and memories, causing them to question their own sanity.
Manipulating emotions: Narcissistic children may use emotional manipulation to get what they want. They may use guilt, shame, or other emotions to control others.
Using threats and blackmail: Narcissistic children may use threats or blackmail to get what they want, such as threatening to harm themselves or others.
Playing the blame game: Narcissistic children may manipulate others by blaming them for their own mistakes or…
