Number 7: Malignant narcissist tactics.
Narcissism is highly complex and can be hard to detect at times. It, at times, can only be seen if you spend time with a person to see if they show traits of narcissism. Malignant narcissists are a more complex case because these people, diagnosed or undiagnosed, have a narcissistic personality disorder and antisocial behaviour. Combining narcissistic behavior and the inability to socialize with others properly can lead to a dangerous situation. This isn’t saying that they are murderers, but it can lead to a very emotionally damaging relationship.
Studies have been conducted testing for narcissistic traits in people diagnosed with a borderline personality disorder to see if they share any similar traits- The studies are still ongoing. The tactics used by people who are considered malignant can be similar to those with the normal form of narcissism but have a more severe case of triangulation and moving the goalposts.
Malignant narcissists usually have a bigger ego to fulfill, which can cause more verbal abuse towards the victims. People who have antisocial disorder usually cannot empathize or show emotion for other people’s well-being. Combined with narcissism, this can be detrimental to the victim.
Number 8: Post-relationship troubles.
Educating yourself and others on tactics used by narcissistic people in relationships can save you or someone you know from becoming emotionally damaged. Many victims of relationships with narcissists can leave everlasting imprints on them. It can be hard for the victims to recover and learn to really trust someone else.
It’s so important to learn the tactics they use to lure and keep victims in the relationship. Narcissists project their psychological troubles and fears onto the victim to feel like they’re not the only ones with these feelings. If the victim is lucky enough to get out of the relationship, there are times where the narcissist will continue to use some tactics to get the victim back into their grip.
Gaslighting and trivializing are some of the main tactics used for post-relationship struggles. Calling the victim sensitive or overdramatic for ending their relationship can make them feel like they made a drastic choice over a small problem- that can rope them back into the cycle again.
Read More: 10 Lies Narcissists Tell and Why You Shouldn’t Believe Them.
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