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The framework of ego development allows us to see full blown NPD as a form of arrested development.

Serial killers however, lack genuine emotions. Serial killers often say that during the time of the killing, they felt no emotions only an intense adrenaline rush.

The ‘alliance’ refers to the reciprocal nature of therapy. That is, the client and the therapist must work together as a team if they wish to achieve the clients desired outcomes.

The ability to be assertive is a fundamental communication skill which can help you to express yourself more efficiently.

There is nothing wrong with feeling sad. It helps us to cry and helps us to release our emotions.

Conflict in and of itself is the mere expression of disagreement. A discord between needs, values, wants, beliefs, etc.

Self-serving bias is related to locus of control. As the name suggests, locus of control refers to perceptions of control.

Successful trauma recovery/healing requires people to develop object constancy so that they can have healthy whole object relations with others.

WARNING; This article contains information pertaining to sexual abuse and sexual exploitation which some readers may find disturbing or offensive. If you feel that your emotional health is compromised in any way after reading the contents of this post, please seek immediate advice from a mental health professional.

NUTS refers to 1. Novelty, 2. Unpredictability, 3. Threat to the ego and 4. Sense of control.

If you are aware that you have a tendency to self-sabotage, it would be a good idea for you to develop a self-sabotage plan.

It can be hard for people to accept and acknowledge emotional responsibility. People are usually raised to believe that it is what has happened to them which ultimately determines how they feel.