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How Narcissists Exploit Innocent Victims: The Dark Art of Scapegoating

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Faraz
Apr 06, 2025
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The narcissistic family's scapegoat: Survival and Recovery

Scapegoating is a pervasive and destructive behavior often observed in relationships involving narcissists. It serves as a mechanism through which the narcissist externalizes their inner turmoil, insecurities, and rage onto a designated target. This article explores the nature of scapegoating, its psychological roots, the various forms it takes, and its…

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