We all know what it feels like when you first start dating someone. You’re into it, excited, butterflies are fluttering in your stomach, and you’re putting your best foot forward. After all – You’re ...

Being in a relationship with a narcissist can feel like an emotional marathon with no finish line. The constant manipulation, gaslighting, and high-stakes drama can leave you drained and questioning ...

A narcissist in the family—a parent, sibling, or in-law—weakens family connections by manipulating, gaslighting, and ...

You never want to justify, argue, defend, or explain with a narcissist, because then you just get caught in this cycle.” With ...

You’ve likely heard of the saying, “You should always trust your gut,” but you’ve likely never heard of the phrase, “You should always trust your feet.” However, according to one expert, you probably ...

A narcissistic relationship doesn’t just shatter your trust in other people—it distorts your trust in yourself. You second-guess your instincts, minimize your needs, and mistake manipulation for ...

Few traits are more admirable than being willing to see the best in people. Unfortunately, not all people are good people, and some people will see your positive outlook as a sign you'd make a good ...

Dear Annie: After reading your column about “Feeling Tired and Lonely,” I’d like to offer a suggestion for her to consider before pursuing couples counseling. Encourage her to research narcissistic ...

Maybe they take the dog out for a walk, just as they promised. Maybe they drive you to the airport at 4 a.m. Maybe they get you a really nice birthday gift. These acts of kindness when coming from a ...

Partners who do this should be left in the past. Los Angeles-based psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula made a YouTube video with a dire warning about “future-faking,” a common manipulation tactic used ...