Dysfunctional Families

iCarly and Sam & Cat star Jennette McCurdy shares her struggles as a former child actor—including eating disorders, addiction, and a complicated relationship with her overbearing mother—and how she retook control of her life.

A victim of her mother’s Munchausen by proxy and child abuse survivor, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s unique and controversial case made headlines across the world. Now, she’s finally free to start living her life on her terms—and to tell her own story as only she can.

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable....

When newborn baby Felix is found abandoned at a train station, the police launch a desperate search for his mum. It doesn't take long for their inquiries to lead them to Emily.

Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact....

Healing after narcissistic abuse is possible, and this book will show you how. Debbie Mirza shares her own personal story of healing after experiencing several narcissists throughout her life, as well as simple yet powerful techniques that she has learned through her own experience....

The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist is the most comprehensive and helpful audiobook on the topic of covert narcissism. This type of narcissism is one of the most damaging forms because the abuse is so hidden and so insidious....

Learn how to effectively raise kids with a narcissistic ex and ensure your kids are emotionally secure, mentally strong, confident, and happy.

How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry explains what happens to the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope....

The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers....

This second volume of Kat Ward’s sensational autobiography covers her plight as she grew in stature, and began to challenge the authority structures that had ruled over her young life so cruelly up until that point.

Imagine you are dying with a secret. Something you've never had the courage to tell your friends and family. Or a last wish - a task you need carried out before you can rest in peace....

Using the written word as her witness statement, Jessica Willis Fisher tells a lacerating story of finding her voice after two decades of silence and an unforgettable story of risk and faith....

In this much-anticipated third volume, Kat recounts her early-mid teen years. Still traumatised by her early experiences, she was however not entirely without that sense of hope that is the inalienable property of youth.

Do you have a narcissist, sociopath, or psychopath in your life, or think that you might? Do you continually feel anxious around someone in your life, but can’t pinpoint why? Listen to find out more....

The year was 1975, and at age sixteen, young Keri was desperate to strike out on her own. However, as listeners of the first three volumes of this series will know, her childhood was hardly the loving, supportive, preparatory period it should have been.

When you said, “I do”, you entered marriage with high hopes, dreaming it would be supremely happy. You never intended for it to be miserable....

From a young age, her life was defined by uncertainty—by trauma and strength, sadness and hope, terrible lows and wondrous highs. As a teenager she found the courage to speak up after experiencing awful and ongoing child sexual abuse. This fight to find her voice would not be her last....

In this gut-wrenching account of her early life, author Kat Ward takes the listener through every shade of darkness, whilst never allowing the candle of hope to fully extinguish, so as that truth may indeed find its rightful freedom.

The host and creator of the award-winning true crime podcast Nobody Should Believe Me offers a groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction that investigates Munchausen by Proxy.

A shocking account of how vulnerable children were preyed upon by a doctor entrusted with their care....

Adult children whose parents are invalidating, critical, demanding, or hateful require skills to advocate for their own needs. In this much-needed guide, listeners will learn how to employ unique assertiveness strategies based on the characteristics of their own family dynamics....

A shocking true story that reveals how one woman was tormented to the very depths of despair by her husband through coercive control and continual physical and sexual abuse....

If you grew up with an emotionally immature, unavailable, or selfish parent, you may recall your childhood as a time when your emotional needs were not met or dismissed—and you may have lingering feelings of anger, loneliness, betrayal, and abandonment....

These heartwarming and inspiring short stories show the power of a foster mother's love and her determination to help the children who come into her care....

When newborn baby Felix is found abandoned at a train station, the police launch a desperate search for his mum. It doesn't take long for their inquiries to lead them to Emily. While baby Felix is placed in Maggie's care, the police and Social Services try and work out why Emily, a single mum, who has gone through fertility treatment to get pregnant, has suddenly resorted to abandoning her much longed-for child. But it's only when Maggie wins her trust that Emily reveals the extent of her secret. Can Maggie help a desperate mother and her baby reunite?

No bond is more sacred than the one between a mother and child. And no figure is more sympathetic than a mother whose child faces a life-threatening illness. But what if the mother is the reason for the illness? What if the sympathy is the point? With help from some of the top MBP experts in the world, Dunlop and Weber uncover the complex maze of psychological, systemic, and cultural issues that compound MBP and offer solutions for how we might find our way out.

In medieval times, uncharted waters were marked on maps as Here Be Dragons to signify that no one knew what dangers might lie ahead. Melanie Shankle quips that the years spent raising our teenage daughters could be labeled the same due to the uncertainties before us. Filled with personal stories and written in the same whimsical and honest style Melanie is known for, Here Be Dragons will have you both laughing out loud and crying—as you confront the challenges of raising your own strong, independent daughter while fighting dragons along the way.

Esta historia comienza en las tinieblas y avanza gracias a la superación, el optimismo y la inspiración. Emma Larreta narra su vida, con sus errores y sus aciertos, pero sobre todo relata cómo todo cambió aquel día en el que su vida pendió de un hilo.

Are you tired of a relationship with a narcissist? Are you unable to maintain your composure in the presence of narcissistic individuals? "Navigating Narcissism" is your complete guide to understanding and navigating this challenging dynamic.

This book is your step-by-step guide to stop sabotaging your relationships and start creating ones that flourish. It’s time to say goodbye to guilt, manipulation, and regret—and hello to a life of meaningful, lasting connections.

Narcissist Escape Playbook provides a detailed guide to understanding, resisting, and escaping narcissistic abuse. This book provides you with powerful tools to recognize manipulative behavior, set boundaries, and rebuild your confidence so you can step into a life free from toxic influence. You don’t have to let narcissistic abuse control your life any longer. With the Narcissist Escape Playbook, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and practical steps needed to escape, recover, and live a life filled with peace and self-respect.

Three complaisant kids, two stormy parents, one anxious French poodle, too many U-haul trailers, and the potholed road of the early 1960s. Searching for Alpha Centauri is American Public Television artist Gary Spetz's boyhood memoir of living a nomadic life with an impetuous mother, a discontent casino-security-guard step-father, an anxious French poodle, and two complaisant siblings -- during the early 1960s. The artist/author paints his moving landscape with words. He adeptly colors these words with both humor and tenderness.

W książce pt. „Złam kod toksyka i wyjdź z gry” drugiego tomu serii "Rozstanie z Narcyzem", odkryjesz obszerną analizę zjawiska narcyzmu, które coraz częściej wydaje się szerzyć w społeczeństwie. Autorka zgłębia istotę narcyzmu, wyjaśniając mechanizmy jego działania w relacjach międzyludzkich oraz pochodzenie terminu "narcyzm".

The Toll Of Toxic Relationships Extends Beyond Mental And Emotional Well-Being; It Seeps Into Every Aspect Of Life, Poisoning Other Relationships And Creating Isolation. But Through The Maze Of This Darkness. There Is Hope -A Tiny Spark That Refuses To Be Extinguished. Therapy, Support Groups, And The Journey Of Self-Discovery Offer A Way Back To Oneself, Where Wounds Begin To Heal, And Light Slowly Replaces The Darkness.

Are toxic behaviors sabotaging your relationships and peace of mind? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of negativity or struggle to break free from manipulative tendencies? You’re not alone, and change is possible. This transformative guide offers a step-by-step process to help you quit toxic habits, heal emotional wounds, and cultivate empathy and connection.

Do you struggle with forgiving your mother? Do you have trouble making healthy relationships? Are you looking for help to be your true self? This audiobook is here to help you heal and find yourself after dealing with a narcissistic mother.

God is offering you the freedom and security to live the life you were meant to live: a life of abundance. If God Could Heal You, Would You Let Him? interweaves the survivor story of MindShift Thrive Global Ministries founder Rossana Novaes da Silva with the 12-step process toward healing that Christ revealed as He led her away from the pain of her past.

Kingdom of Wolves–The Journey is a true story of survival and the soul’s journey to freedom, reclamation, redemption, and wholeness of spirit. The author was a silent victim of domestic abuse that spanned a period of three decades; she was not only held captive by her abuser but also her own low self-esteem, fears, and insecurities.

In Toxic Minds, you’ll find straightforward, practical advice on how to spot toxic behaviors early, navigate tricky relationships, and set boundaries that stick—whether you’re dealing with a difficult coworker, a manipulative friend, or someone much closer. This isn’t about cutting people off at the first sign of trouble; it’s about learning how to manage the relationships you can’t simply walk away from and creating a healthier emotional landscape for yourself.