Dysfunctional Families

iCarly and Sam & Cat star Jennette McCurdy shares her struggles as a former child actor—including eating disorders, addiction, and a complicated relationship with her overbearing mother—and how she retook control of her life.

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable....

What do "healthy boundaries" really mean? Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world....

A victim of her mother’s Munchausen by proxy and child abuse survivor, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s unique and controversial case made headlines across the world. Now, she’s finally free to start living her life on her terms—and to tell her own story as only she can.

What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

Psychologist and preeminent narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula provides a transformative guide to protecting and healing yourself from the narcissism you can’t see....

The host and creator of the award-winning true crime podcast Nobody Should Believe Me offers a groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction that investigates Munchausen by Proxy.

New York Times bestselling author Lara Love Hardin recounts her slide from soccer mom to opioid addict to jailhouse shot caller and her unlikely comeback as a highly successful ghostwriter in this harrowing, hilarious, no-holds-barred memoir.

Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact....

When you said, “I do”, you entered marriage with high hopes, dreaming it would be supremely happy. You never intended for it to be miserable....

The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist is the most comprehensive and helpful audiobook on the topic of covert narcissism. This type of narcissism is one of the most damaging forms because the abuse is so hidden and so insidious....

He says he loves you. So...why does he do that? You've asked yourself this question again and again....

Do you feel trapped in patterns of manipulation, defensiveness, or emotional detachment? Are your relationships suffering because of it? Change is possible—without losing your confidence or identity.

If you're constantly feeling on edge, forever working to appease your spouse to little avail and feel like you're constantly being chipped away at with their abusive behavior, then I can understand how emotionally shattering it feels to live this way....

If being in love means being in pain, this book was written for you....

Learn how to effectively raise kids with a narcissistic ex and ensure your kids are emotionally secure, mentally strong, confident, and happy.

In this box set, you get the best-selling book Out of the Fog, and you get Start Here included as a bonus.....

This groundbreaking book includes four books that will teach you from start to finish, everything you need to know about Narcissistic Abuse, Gaslighting, Codependency and Complex PTSD, as well as how to recover from each one of them....

How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry explains what happens to the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope....

Drawing on the success of her popular self-help book, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, author Lindsay Gibson offers yet another essential resource for adult children of emotionally immature parents....

The FOG is an acronym that stands for "Fear, Obligation, and Guilt". These three emotions are often how narcissists, sociopaths, and other types of emotional manipulators go about controlling others....

Jinger Vuolo, of Duggar family fame, tells how she began to question the ideology of her youth and learned to embrace freedom in Christ.

The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers....

Using the written word as her witness statement, Jessica Willis Fisher tells a lacerating story of finding her voice after two decades of silence and an unforgettable story of risk and faith....

The psychopath carefully selects the most heartbreaking way to abandon you. Psychopath Free will help you out of the darkness so that you can begin making better choices....

Many of us were never shown what it truly means to be an adult. Instead, we learned unhealthy patterns from parents who, themselves, had never been taught. It is no surprise that we are often find ourselves filled with self-doubt, stuck in feelings of overwhelm, and trapped in unfulfilling or dead-end relationships. But there is a way out. After decades of working with clients, therapist, coach, and podcast host Michelle Chalfant passionately believes in the potential for every person to awaken to their true selves and create a life filled with purpose and joy.

At the tender age of twenty, Jenn faces a pivotal moment when her boyfriend, Morey, proposes marriage after only a few weeks of dating. Her intuition urges her to say no, but she’s spent the entirety of her teenage years caregiving for family; she yearns for adventure, and she thinks relocating to California with Morey will give her the freedom she craves. So she says yes—only to find herself back in the caregiver role after he becomes disabled a few years into their marriage. But it’s Morey’s volatile personality that ultimately leads Jenn to make a brave decision: it’s time to leave.

Manipulation verzerrt deine Wahrnehmung und flüstert dir Zweifel ins Ohr, bis der Boden unter deinen Füßen wankend erscheint. Die gefährlichsten Kämpfe sind jene, die du nicht bemerkst, bis du bereits verwundet bist.

In her stirring, vulnerable new memoir, Karena Dawn reveals what it was like to grow up with a mother suffering from severe mental health issues, and how, during her teenage years, she desperately tried to escape her own inner demons. Addicted to pain-numbing drugs and crippled by severe depression, Karena learned how to use grief as a teacher, releasing herself from guilt and shame and finding the inner strength to go from abandonment to forgiveness, from hopelessness to healing.

This is an inspiring, true story of how one woman overcame emotional and psychological damage from childhood abuse, trauma, and a sexual partner's betrayal. Melissa Roberts and John Sternfels's study on childhood abuse and its lifelong effects is a beacon of hope for those seeking to overcome trauma and to live a life with affirmation and purpose. In today's world of "safe places" and mandated reporting, social workers, teachers, and others can report stories of child abuse protections being weaponized, misused, or misapplied.

La conciencia del autismo está en su punto más alto y los conceptos presentados en los trabajos principales se resumen y discuten aquí. Hay muchos desafíos involucrados en la crianza de un niño con autismo, incluidos los comportamientos obsesivos, la falta de habilidades sociales y la sensibilidad sensorial. Los padres pueden descubrir que el niño no se relaciona bien con los demás ni regula sus emociones.

Raising Resilience is a powerful, compassionate guide for parents navigating the emotional battlefield of co-parenting with a manipulative, gaslighting ex. Written with deep empathy and unwavering clarity, this book offers a lifeline to those trapped in high-conflict custody situations where the rules of healthy parenting no longer apply. Gaslighting isn't merely psychological abuse—it's a steady wearing way of self-trust and truth, with particularly harmful effects when children are involved. This book enables you to name, confront, and rise above it.

Imagine a moment when the weight of your past begins to lift, allowing hope to shine through the darkness. You've faced more than your share of silent pain and emerged stronger, yet echoes of childhood trauma still linger. It is shaping your perceptions and relationships. An empowering path awaits, guiding you to understand and embrace your experiences while building resilience in every aspect of your life.

Reclaiming Your Light After the Shadows of Narcissism: You wake up each day with a heaviness that feels all-consuming. Memories of belittling words and controlling hands linger like dark clouds, casting a shadow over your self-worth. Each interaction leaves you doubting yourself more as the love you once thought was true morphs into confusion, despair, and an overwhelming need for reassurance. If you recognize these feelings, know that you're not alone. Many have walked this challenging path, feeling as if they would never find their way back to the light. But there is hope.

If you've ever felt invisible, unheard, or unworthy in your own family, you're not alone. This compassionate audiobook guides adult children of toxic, narcissistic, or emotionally manipulative parents through the fog of confusion into clarity and healing. You’ll discover: How to recognize patterns of gaslighting, guilt-tripping, and emotional control; Why setting boundaries with toxic family members is difficult—but necessary; The science behind generational trauma and how to break the cycle; Tools to rebuild trust in your inner voice, reclaim your truth, and heal your inner child.

En 1914, Sigmund Freud introdujo por primera vez la idea de un trastorno narcisista, pero ese concepto no se hizo oficial hasta hace aproximadamente 50 años. Ahora, el narcisismo es una palabra de moda popular en las redes sociales, blogs y concursos en línea. Pero, ¿de qué se trata realmente el narcisismo y cómo sabe si está relacionado con alguien así? Más importante aún, si descubre que está conectado con un narcisista, ¿cuáles son los peligros, cómo se protege y cómo escapa?

Are you tired of the endless cycle of self-centered thinking and strained relationships? Do you want to build meaningful connections, embrace vulnerability, and live a life filled with genuine empathy? How to Stop Being a Narcissist is your compassionate guide to breaking free from the patterns that hold you back. This transformative book offers a step-by-step roadmap to help you identify, understand, and overcome narcissistic behaviors while creating space for emotional growth and authentic living.

O narcisista, amável e sedutor num momento, agressivo e cruel no outro, usa a manipulação para manter o parceiro preso em uma teia de confusão e mentiras. Mas você pode aprender a se proteger, se libertar e se recuperar dessa relação tóxica. Neste audiolivro, a psicóloga Sarah Davies oferece um guia prático para você identificar as principais características do narcisismo e reconhecer os sinais de alerta.

Empaths: Discover the Secrets to Thriving in a World of Narcissists and Finally Break Free from Toxic Relationships. Are you a highly sensitive person who feels drained by others' emotions, attracts toxic people, and has experienced the devastating effects of narcissistic abuse? You are not alone. Millions of empaths struggle in a world where their unique gifts are often exploited. But what if there was a way to break free, reclaim your power, and thrive?

Este libro es una invitación poderosa a soltar sin miedo, sin resentimientos y sin cargas innecesarias. La relación con mamá ya que la misma, define muchas de nuestras emociones, decisiones y relaciones. Si alguna vez te has sentido culpable por querer alejarte, por querer ser diferente, por no cumplir sus expectativas, o porque te frustra parecerte tanto a ella cuando No quieres más de lo mismo, este libro es para ti. No tienes que seguir cargando con el peso del pasado.