Harbouring traumatic experiences for too long without seeking professional help could ruin one’s mental health for good.
Mental health experts made the observation as they mark October, which is known as Mental Health Month in SA. Psychology experts state that the impact of untreated traumas like physical, emotional, sexual and financial abuse can change a person’s life for good.
Experts state that as much as relationships, emotional behaviours stem from psychological forms of abuse that are motivated by a need to control. Clinical psychologist Mzamo Mbuli believes that any kind of abuse is a traumatic experience that needs to be treated to allow one to move on with life. She explains that narcissists use manipulation as part of their personality structure as they struggle with their ego and how they are viewed. She said some individuals show narcissism in their personality structure and have tendencies of using gaslighting to manipulate others.
Zwane says there are many red flags that can help a person spot narcissistic behaviours. She noted that they normally lack empathy and dons feelings. She says people who use mental manipulation play around with other peoples minds, making them doubt themselves as well as question their decisions. She said a narcissist manipulates a person’s mind to the point that they view themselves in a negative light.
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