Note sull'episodio

In this episode of Decoding Estrangement, Gia delves into the complexities of adult child estrangement, focusing on the labels often assigned to mothers by their estranged children, such as 'toxic' or 'narcissistic.'

She explores the implications of these labels, the misconceptions surrounding narcissistic personality disorder, and the influence of social media and mental health professionals on these dynamics.

Takeaways

  • Adult children often label their estranged mothers as toxic or narcissistic.
  • Toxic behaviors stem from unresolved personal trauma, not necessarily a mental health disorder.
  • Narcissistic personality disorder is rare, affecting only 0.5% to 1% of the population.
  • Gia emphasizes the importance of community support for those experiencing estrangement.
  • The book ' ... 
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Parole chiave
adult child estrangement, no contact, low contact, gray rock, family dynamics, communication, boundaries, reconciliation, support system, emotional health, estrangement, parenting, emotional health, acceptance, generational trauma, no contact, adult