This article was co-authored by Tala Johartchi, PsyD and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Dr. Tala Johartchi is a Clinical Psychologist based in the Los Angeles, California metro area. With expertise and advanced training in Evidence-Based Practices and therapeutic/behavioral frameworks, Dr. Johartchi specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing Substance Disorders, Love Addiction and Codependency, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as common co-occurring disorders such as Depression, Anxiety, and Relational/Attachment difficulties. She earned an MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, San Francisco.
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Being in a relationship with a psychopath isn’t easy—you might feel scared, lost, or even confused. Deciding to leave them is the first step toward a better life. Figuring out how, exactly, to end the relationship can help you make a clean break and keep yourself safe. Read through this article to learn everything you need to know about ending a relationship with a psychopath with your safety in mind.
Steps
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Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow can I tell if my partner is gaslighting me?Tala Johartchi, PsyDDr. Tala Johartchi is a Clinical Psychologist based in the Los Angeles, California metro area. With expertise and advanced training in Evidence-Based Practices and therapeutic/behavioral frameworks, Dr. Johartchi specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing Substance Disorders, Love Addiction and Codependency, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as common co-occurring disorders such as Depression, Anxiety, and Relational/Attachment difficulties. She earned an MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, San Francisco.
Clinical PsychologistTypically, gaslighting makes you question your own well-being and sanity. When you try to talk about something that happened, the gaslighter will tell you that you're wrong about it. They want you to question your memory and wonder if your reactions are off because you misperceived your reality. However, all of this is just them manipulating you.
Tips
- If you are in an abusive relationship, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/getting-out-of-an-abusive-relationship.htm
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/199401/charming-psychopath
- ↑ Tala Johartchi, PsyD. Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 16 July 2021.
- ↑ https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/domestic-violence/leaving-abusive-relationship
- ↑ https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/domestic-violence/leaving-abusive-relationship
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/getting-out-of-an-abusive-relationship.htm
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/201606/how-leave-narcissist-good
- ↑ https://www.thehotline.org/resources/when-my-partner-threatens-suicide/
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/getting-out-of-an-abusive-relationship.htm
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