Psychology.
Narcissists Know They’re Narcissists.
Study shows narcissists are aware of their narcissism.
One excuse that can get on the nerves of a narcissistic abuse victim, who has just left the relationship, is that their abuser didn’t know what they were doing. Narcissistic abuse victims are severely traumatised and recovery requires intricate specialized knowledge that is yet to reach today’s mental health system.
“The effects on the individual who has experienced narcissistic abuse can be fatal or extremely debilitating, long lasting and individual recovery can be a complex process.” — Ava Green & Kathy Charles.
A victim of any trauma does not need to hear that their attacker was a puppet on a string. Mental illness, family history, substance abuse, and all manner of excuses does not excuse abuse.
Mental illness doesn’t cause abuse and while seeking professional help might help an abuser manage symptoms, they’re not likely to end the abuse cycle without a complete change in lifestyle and genuine lifetime commitment.
“I’ve never seen significant lasting improvement from an abuser…
