TEN ALARMING SYMPTOMS OF NARCISSISTIC ABUSE YOU CAN’T IGNORE

By: Khalif Barkhadle,
Digital Journalist

Published On: 23rd February 2025

How do you react when abuse happens to you, specifically narcissistic abuse? Narcissistic abuse syndrome is a condition that occurs when a person spends a significant amount of time with a narcissist and experiences various kinds of abuse. The abuse could be emotional, verbal, psychological, or physical. Be careful, because anyone could be a victim; it could be happening to you right now without you knowing. Help yourself by spotting the signs and seeking help early on.

Here Are 10 Signs You Are Experiencing Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome:

1. You Become Indecisive
Narcissistic abuse often involves words that make victims feel devalued. The abuser may say things like, “You’re so weak; you probably wouldn’t manage without my help,” implying that you cannot do anything right and that their existence is justified by making decisions for you. Frequently hearing these devaluing words can lead you to believe them, making you overly dependent on the narcissist. As a result, you become indecisive when faced with dilemmas, often running to the narcissist to make decisions for you. Your self-esteem diminishes even in trivial matters, as you believe that things will go wrong if you do it your way.

2. You Develop Trust Issues
Being abused by a narcissist is incredibly frustrating. When you become aware of the abuse, you may not wish for…