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Why Some Victims of Narcissistic Abuse Become Hoarders

What Is Hoarding Disorder Hoarding disorder is an obsessive-compulsive need to accumulate things or animals excessively. Objects can be gathered by purchasing, collecting free bits and pieces, dumpster diving, stealing, and leftovers from a previous loss, as well as by other means.  Due to the excessive buildup of stuff or animals, an overwhelming amount of… Continue reading Why Some Victims of Narcissistic Abuse Become Hoarders

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Recognizing Narcissistic Love For What It Truly Is

Trust Your Inner Self We all need to be loved, accepted, and feel like we have family and friendships in which to belong. This is one of the reasons it is so hard to believe it when those you hold close and dear to your heart, treat you like they don’t love you. Rather than… Continue reading Recognizing Narcissistic Love For What It Truly Is

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The Difficult Truth: Do Narcissists Regret Cheating

Cheating is a betrayal that cuts deep. It leaves scars on both the victim and the others involved. Narcissists' behaviors and emotional detachment often leave their partners questioning whether they truly feel regret and remorse about cheating.I'll start by saying not all narcissists cheat, and cheating is still a narcissistic act. The topic of cheating… Continue reading The Difficult Truth: Do Narcissists Regret Cheating