Tag: Emotional Manipulation
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The Book of Joanne: A Daughter’s Journey Through Mental Illness and Abuse
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs,’ host Patricia Wu is joined by guest Lisa Zarcone, author of ‘The Book of Joann’, who shares her powerful story of resilience and healing from abuse. Mental Illness and Family Lisa’s memoir sheds light on the impact of mental illness on families and the importance of understanding and support. Breaking the Silence…
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Paper Clipping: Are You a Backup Plan?
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss the frustrating dating phenomenon known as “paper clipping.” Paper clipping is a form of emotional manipulation The person doing it often seeks external validation due to their own insecurities. Being the target of paper clipping…
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When Your Parents Twist Reality: Gaslighting Effects
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss on parental gaslighting – when parents manipulate their child’s sense of reality What is Parental Gaslighting? Parents invalidate their child’s experiences, making them doubt their own reality and become easier to control. Long-Term Impact on Children Parental gaslighting can lead to…
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Ghosting and the “Dark Triad”: Therapists Reveal Why People Disappear
On ‘What’s Trending’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss why ghosting is on the rise and the damaging psychological impacts it can have. Ghosting & Selfishness Those with “dark triad” traits often lack empathy and prioritize their own needs over others. Ghosting is an easy way for them to avoid…
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Strategies On Defending Yourself Against Manipulation
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss how to recognize common manipulation techniques like gaslighting, denial, and playing the victim. Manipulation Red Flags Learn to identify patterns like minimizing your feelings, shifting blame, and using guilt to get their way. Set Boundaries, Stick To Facts Practice assertively…
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Is Your “Nice” Friend a Bully? Here Are The Hidden Signs
Are you dealing with a “gentle bully” – someone subtly manipulative and controlling? On “What’s Trending”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss a Psychology Today article highlighting 6 sneaky tactics these bullies use. Gentle Bullies” Use Charm as a Weapon They declare their “niceness”, but this…
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Psychopathy: Traits, Challenges, and Why It’s Hard to Treat
What does it mean to be a psychopath? A recent study examines the traits of psychopathy, like impulsiveness and lack of empathy, and reveals the personal and social costs associated with them. MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober joins hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes to explain the characteristics of psychopathy, discuss why it’s…
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Are You Ignoring These Signs?
Join us as our host, Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes, welcomes Dr. Dan Bober for an enlightening discussion on crucial mental health topics affecting our community. Today, they delve into the University of Maryland’s proactive stance against hazing, innovative virtual support for bipolar disorder, and the life-changing impact of recognizing ADHD symptoms. This conversation sheds…