{"product_id":"9781035423361","title":"Narcissistic Abuse","description":"Author: Vanessa Reiser\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781035423361\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Headline\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 06 Jan 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 320\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLicensed therapist and narcissism expert Vanessa Reiser offers a  guide  to identifying narcissistic abuse, especially in interpersonal   relationships, sharing practical strategies for healing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These  are all insidious weapons in the narcissist's toolkit. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNarcissism  can be  hard to diagnose, but it is one of the hallmarks of abusive   relationships. As a therapist specializing in narcissism and domestic   abuse, Vanessa Reiser has strategies to help victims to identify,   understand and heal from abusive relationships. With a blend of   information, education and stories, Reiser defines what narcissistic   abuse is, breaks down how it's a form of domestic violence and how   narcissists think and operate, uncovering their mindset and motivations,   so readers can spot a narcissist more accurately, avoid toxic   relationships, escape dangerous situations, and heal from mental,   emotional and\/or physical trauma. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders will learn how to: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e - Identify dangerous behaviors and warning signs of narcissistic abuse \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Create an exit strategy to safely escape from an abuser \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Heal from the psychological damage and trauma \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e   Explaining narcissistic personality disorder, clarifying common   misconceptions about narcissism, and detailing how narcissism works on a   spectrum of benign to malignant, \u003ci\u003eNarcissistic Abuse\u003c\/i\u003e gives   readers a clear picture of what narcissistic abuse entails, using   specific situations and examples to show how narcissistic traits   translate into real-life behaviours. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReiser describes the five  stages of  narcissistic abuse (luring, love bombing, mask slipping,  discarding and  the smear campaign) and lists common stages and emotions  that come  after the relationship with a narcissist has been severed  (including  devastation, confusion, sadness, anger, understanding and  healing).  With practical tools and a warm, empathetic tone, \u003ci\u003eNarcissistic Abuse\u003c\/i\u003e provides a clear path for readers to break the cycle and find a path back to themselves.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46697796829342,"sku":"ADS-9781035423361","price":24.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781035423361.jpg?v=1775719588","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781035423361","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}