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New Books in Psychology
Hila Yahalom, "A Psychoanalytic Reflection on Narcissistic Parenthood and its Ramifications: The Forgotten Echo" (Routledge, 2024)
Feb 5, 2025
Hila Yahalom, a psychiatrist and psychotherapist, dives into the intricate world of narcissistic parenthood. She explores how narcissistic parenting leaves deep psychological scars, shaping defensive behaviors in children. The conversation uncovers the dual dynamics of narcissism and echoism, revealing the toll on family relationships through gaslighting and manipulation. Yahalom also discusses the artistic struggles of figures like Franz Kafka and Maria Callas, linking their personal challenges to the roots of narcissism. A thoughtful look at healing and understanding unfolds.
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- Narcissistic parents manipulate their children emotionally, leading to long-term issues like shame and inadequate self-worth affecting future relationships.
- The concept of echoism reflects how children of narcissistic parents become people pleasers, losing their sense of identity in the process.
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Understanding Narcissism and Its Impact on Relationships
Narcissism is often seen through the lens of the individual exhibiting these traits, but it profoundly affects interpersonal relationships, particularly with parents. Narcissistic parents often create dysfunctional dynamics by projecting their own unmet needs and negative attributes onto their children. This leads to children internalizing feelings of shame and inadequate self-worth, significantly affecting their emotional development. Such emotional manipulation can foster a sense of confusion and enable children to believe that their feelings and needs are unworthy, creating long-lasting implications for their future relationships.
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