In the Market with Janet Parshall

Hour 2: Dangerous Deception

Nov 18, 2025
Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a board-certified professional Christian counselor and expert on narcissistic abuse, tackles the alarming rise of narcissism among young people. She uncovers the impact of social media on emotional intelligence and entitlement. Laurel offers practical advice for callers grappling with narcissistic relationships and parenting challenges. She emphasizes the church's role in addressing narcissistic abuse and shares tips on how to re-establish connections with estranged loved ones. Tune in for invaluable insights and guidance!
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INSIGHT

Hidden Faces Of Narcissism

  • Narcissism often flies under the radar because it can be overt or covert and isn't gender specific.
  • Victims frequently think they're going crazy when they're actually being emotionally abused.
ANECDOTE

Counselor Who Survived Narcissism

  • Laurel Slade Wagner is a board-certified Christian counselor with nearly 20 years of private practice in Tampa Bay.
  • She authored books on protecting oneself and children from narcissistic abuse and hosts a podcast on the topic.
INSIGHT

Why Studies May Underreport Trends

  • Academic studies measured single traits like grandiosity and may miss broader trends across criteria.
  • Laurel Slade Wagner argues multiple criteria and rising domestic abuse statistics point to increasing narcissism.
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