Beth McHugh's commentsComments On: EverythingArticles Blogs Journals Photos created by: EveryoneBeth Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry30 Nov 2007 04:29 PM It could be that he is only comfortable talking about it on his terms, but if you say anything against his family, he reverts to an old childlike loyalty. Plus the truth coming from others is always more difficult to handle because it's out of the victim's control, so to speak. If you feel you would like help with this, please visit my website at http://youronlinecounselor.com It would be beneficial if he could sort this out before his mother dies, as it will then be compounded by grief issues. That's not impossible to deal with, of course, just easier if the narcissism pain could be addressed prior. Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry30 Nov 2007 02:39 PM Hi JFJ, when you say "things" do you mean the abuse, or the recent visit? Suicide: My Thoughts on One Case - Blog Entry26 Nov 2007 12:14 AM Thank you, livelaughlove, suicide is sad enough without thoughtless people adding their own lack of understanding into the mix. When Antidepressants aren't the best option (3) - Blog Entry22 Nov 2007 02:25 PM The Lexapro isn't addressing the anxiety associated with being without a support person. This is where antidepressants fail in that they mask mood swings but don't address underlying issues. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure therapy combined with relaxation assists with panic disorder and agoraphobia. I also work with looking at the root cause of the fear, part of which is habit and part of which is grounded in one or more false beliefs. What is Panic Disorder? (1) - Blog Entry22 Nov 2007 01:54 PM Hi again, JustMJ! Have you read the other articles on panic disorder and agoraphobia? When Antidepressants aren't the best option (3) - Blog Entry22 Nov 2007 01:49 PM Hi JustMJ, have you had your progesterone levels checked? Many women going through perimenopause and menopause have low progesterone which contributes to both depression and anxiety, and this can persist after menopause causing distressing emotional symptoms. Supplementation with natural progesterone cream can assist in evening out mood swings. You can get a prescription from your doctor, or try to find books by Dr John Lee, the pioneer in natural progesterone and mood swings. Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry22 Nov 2007 01:40 PM JustML, you are certainly right, anyone can fall under the influence of a narcissist and as a psychologist I hold out that there is hope for anyone in this situation. In fact, I maintain that there is hope for improvement for any situation as long as there is motivation and commitment on the part of the client! Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry18 Nov 2007 02:27 PM Hi Struggling Son, first try not to let yourself feel foolish to be your age and struggling, as you say, with your stepmom. People with NPD are a struggle to anyone, and it often takes years to realize exactly what is going on. In fact, it is mostly in our 30s and 40s that we are able to step back and assess the situation, and finding out that NPD exists is often an eye-opener for many people. If you think you need additional help in this situation, please contact me at http://youronlinecounselor.com Best wishes, Beth Dealing with a Narcissistic Mother - Blog Entry18 Nov 2007 02:03 PM Hi Ceallach, glad you enjoyed the article and well done in extricating yourself from this situation with your mother. It can take years to work out exactly what is wrong with these people, in the meantime much damage can be done. But you have done a excellent job in setting a firm boundary and keeping it. Of course, it is only natural from time to time to wish you had a more responsive mother and that is normal, as long as it doesn't consume you. Your daughter is lucky that you have been able to draw a line between her and her grandmother. People with NPD have no qualms about moving on to the next generation when it comes along. I have written 13 articles to date on NPD. You can find them at http://mental-health.families.com/blog/ and then click on Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Best wishes, Beth 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 |
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