N.A.N Blog
Introducing N.A.N: Narcissistic Abuse Certification
Introducing N.A.N - The Narcissistic Abuse Network raises awareness of the effects of narcissism by training professionals on how to spot abuse and support victims.
The Perfect Match: Narcissists and Romance
We learn about the destructive narcissistic abuse cycle - how narcissists woo their love interest with excessive gifts, time and money, then, once trapped, devalue and discard them. Learn how to spot narcissists and avoid the pain of a relationship with them.
Are Toxicity and Narcissism the Same Thing?
This post shows the subtle and not-so-subtle differences between toxicity and narcissism, two terms used to describe people who create dysfunctional relationships and interfere with daily life. We may encounter either within our family or amongst friends and work colleagues.
Narcissism: What You See is NOT What You Get
A short article around an image that summarises narcissism in a few emojis. What the world sees and what the targets of emotional abuse experience are polar opposites.
The Best Way to Raise Narcissists: A Cautionary Tale
This article summarises how narcissism develops through childhood into adolescence and adulthood and provides a helpful checklist for our own actions as children, adults and parents. Readers learn how they can decrease the risk of narcissism developing in their own children and in through how they interact with the children of relations and friends.
How Easily Can We Spot Narcissists and Narcissism?
The article investigates how easily we can spot the signs of narcissism and how this is influenced by societal norms. Readers see the real cost of narcissism to countries, societies, relationships and trust.
Icks: Evidence of Narcissism?
Readers are encouraged to dig deeper and discover the underlying reasons for their icks, seeking help if necessary. Icks may not all be narcissistic, but narcissism drives the use of icks. Find out why.
How to Take Revenge on Your Narcissistic Abuser
Taking revenge on the narcissist is a natural reaction to the abuse and manipulation we have suffered during our relationship with them. However, the best way to 'take revenge' is to forget about the narcissist, focus on our own recovery and healing and enjoy our new life, living it to the fullest. Keeping our focus is critical for the energy we need to detach ourselves from the relationship and making sure that we are not lured into new narcissistic relationships.
World Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day
A short post highlighting this important day, why it exists and why we celebrate it. Celebrating World Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day is important to highlight the toxic impact of narcissism on individuals, families, communities and cultures.
Protecting Your Online Activity When in an Abusive Relationship
Learn how to remain safe and keep your online activity secret when you are in a relationship with a narcissist. Always use an anonymous browser window.
Social Media and Narcissism: Are they Linked?
Narcissism and online activity are linked. This article discusses the interaction between narcissism and the internet to show how they influence each other. It also offers suggestions for how we can create a safer online space for all.
What Would a Narcissistic Society Look Like?
Imagine a culture (home, work, community, national or global) driven by narcissism. What would it look like? This article challenges us to understand that it is happening, now, how to recognise it and how we can reverse it.