Children of narcissistic parents are often riddled with anxiety and low self-esteem, but it can be hard to detect the toxic behaviors that hurt them.
Narcissists are oftenwhen they feel disappointed or frustrated. If they believe their child is being critical or defiant, they can lash out. These reactions can manifest as screaming, sudden bouts of rage or, in more severe cases, physical violence.
They may ask probing questions or be critical of their child in a way that feels intrusive as well, such as commenting on weight, appearance or other attributes that leave the child feeling self-conscious.Narcissistic parents maintain their power by triangulating, or playing favorites. They may have a golden child who they compliment excessively, for example, while speaking badly about another child in the family.
Over time, children of narcissistic parents internalize these comments and begin to self-blame, believing:"When I have needs, I make everyone else feel or perform worse.'At a relatively young age, the message from a narcissistic parent is that their child has to take care of them.
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