Shahida Arabi
Shahida is a graduate of Harvard University and Columbia University. She is a published researcher and author of Power: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse and Breaking Trauma Bonds with Narcissists and Psychopaths. Her books have been translated into 16+ languages all over the world. Her work has been featured on Salon, HuffPost, Inc., Bustle, Psychology Today, Healthline, VICE, NYDaily News and more. For more inspiration and insight on manipulation and red flags, follow her on Instagram here.
‘Fair Play’ Exposes How Romances With Envious Narcissists Become Deadly Power Struggles
Netflix’s new psychological thriller “Fair Play,” written and directed by Chloe Domont, sheds light on the role that misogyny, gender roles, and even narcissism play in modern romantic relationships and the workplace, turning would-be whirlwind romances into destructive power plays.…
How Narcissists Steal Your Personality, According To An Expert
Narcissists steal your words, your life stories, your interests, your style, and even your identity and personality. A researcher exposes the manipulation tactics of malignant “identity theft” and why it should never be ignored.
11 Sneaky “Micro” Mind Games of Narcissists (That No One Ever Talks About)
We know all about the major narcissistic manipulation tactics, but what about the sneaky micro-habits that haven’t often been identified or talked about?
The Most Dangerous and Powerful Personality Type for Women, According to Psychology
There is a certain personality type that can be dangerous yet astoundingly powerful for women. Can you guess what it is? What is The Enneagram Personality Test? The Enneagram personality test has been used by psychologists since the 1970s.
5 Bizarre Myths About Single People That Need to End – According to Research
Research is showing that marriage, especially for women, does not result in greater happiness long-term, whereas single and childfree women are one of the happiest demographics. Thousands if not millions of women across social media speak out every day about “giving up” on dating and leaving the dating scene because they find the current dating pool toxic yet find themselves under the microscope under society’s scrutinizing gaze, taught to blame themselves if they choose to stay single or have high standards. Perhaps it’s time to turn our focus toward why women are finding the dating climate such an inhospitable place to pursue love, rather than shaming single women for their standards.
6 Sneaky Things Female Narcissists Do When They’re Jealous of You – According to an Expert
A researcher specializing in narcissism shares the six red flags to look out for if you suspect a female narcissist is jealous of you.
How to Outplay The Player: 6 Ways To Beat Narcissists In Their Dating Mind Games
Dealing with a narcissistic player in the dating world can be tough. Here are six ways you can outplay the narcissistic player in their mind games and protect yourself, according to an expert.
10 Lies Narcissists Tell When Dating You – Translated By An Expert
A researcher specializing in narcissism translates the common lies narcissistic partners tell in the dating world.
Narcissism May Not Be Caused By Childhood Trauma, Research Finds
“It was their childhood trauma!” “They’re just deeply wounded.” Perhaps you’re familiar with these claims when it comes to narcissism. There is a certain myth that gets propagated frequently about the origins of narcissistic traits as well as full-fledged Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). A researcher specializing in narcissism reviews the evidence that shows that childhood trauma may not be the originating cause of narcissism.
What Prime Series ‘Wilderness’ Gets Right About Narcissistic Gaslighters
This article contains some spoilers.
The 6 Sexual Mind Games of Narcissists
A wealth of research indicates that narcissists may be prone to engaging in sexual aggression and can even be sexually coercive. But what do their manipulation tactics when it comes to physical intimacy actually look like?
Red Flags of Narcissistic Therapists: Survivors Share Their Horror Stories
Many enter the helping professions due to their empathy for others and a genuine desire to improve their lives. However, no field is exempt from narcissism and fields that grant a certain level of power and authority tend to also attract con artists that are hungry for validation, control, and access to vulnerable populations to manipulate and exploit.
Narcissism Isn’t As Rare As People Think – According to Research
A researcher specializing in narcissism shares why narcissism isn’t as rare as we think and why we still need to take the term seriously. We have gotten used to regurgitating a certain myth: true narcissism is rare.
5 Famous Celebrities Who Dated Narcissists Share Their Experiences And Powerful Life Lessons
This article refers to narcissistic traits and behaviors only, not the full-fledged personality disorder.
5 Dating Red Flags of Narcissists Every Twenty-Something Woman Must Know to Avoid Life-Altering Mistakes
If you want to save yourself from life-altering dating mistakes, learn these red flags about narcissists and how they prey on you, especially at a young age.
Workplace Bullies Are Narcissists and Psychopaths – According to Research
Have you dealt with bullies in the workplace? Chances are, you were dealing with a narcissist or psychopath. Here’s how to identify these toxic types at work, according to research.
An Expert Reveals The 5 Toxic Habits of Pathologically Envious Narcissists
An expert reveals the five tell-tale signs you’re dealing with a pathologically envious narcissist in dating, friendships, or the workplace.
Red Flags of The Female Psychopath, According to An Expert
What do female psychopaths actually look like? How do they behave? If they’re not serial killers or overt bullies, what are the tell-tale behaviors that do give them away? Here are the red flags to look for, according to an expert.