Summaries of books about Relationship Psychology:
The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists
Coping with the One-Way Relationship in Work, Love, and Family
Eleanor Payson
The book provides insights into recognizing and dealing with narcissistic behavior in personal relationships, including those with family, romantic partners, and colleagues. It offers strategies for self-protection, setting boundaries, and fostering healthier dynamics when interacting with individuals who exhibit narcissistic traits.
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When Love Is a Lie
Narcissistic Partners & the Pathological Relationship Agenda
Zari Ballard
The book provides insights into the manipulative and damaging behaviors of narcissistic partners, offering personal anecdotes and practical advice for recognizing and dealing with these toxic relationships. It aims to empower victims to break free from the cycle of abuse and reclaim their lives from the control of a narcissistic partner.
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What Makes Love Last?
How to Build Trust and Avoid Betrayal
John Gottman|Nan Silver
The book delves into the psychological underpinnings of lasting romantic relationships, offering insights into fostering trust and intimacy while providing strategies to recognize and prevent betrayal. It combines scientific research with practical advice, including exercises and tips for couples to strengthen their bonds and ensure the longevity of their love.
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Love Me, Don't Leave Me
Overcoming Fear of Abandonment and Building Lasting, Loving Relationships
Michelle Skeen
The book provides insights into the underlying causes of fear of abandonment and offers practical exercises based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help individuals overcome these fears. It aims to help readers develop healthier, more secure relationship patterns by understanding their past experiences and learning to communicate effectively with their partners.
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Sex Power Money
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
Sara Pascoe
The book explores the complex relationship between human sexuality, the dynamics of power, and the role of money, drawing on evolutionary biology, psychology, and personal anecdotes. It delves into how these factors influence our relationships, sexual experiences, and societal structures, offering a humorous yet insightful examination of contemporary issues.
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Splitting
Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Bill Eddy|Randi Kreger
The book provides practical advice and strategies for individuals divorcing a partner who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), focusing on how to protect oneself emotionally and legally during the process. It offers insights into the behaviors of individuals with these disorders and guidance on managing communication, custody battles, and the overall turmoil that may arise during such divorces.
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The Highly Sensitive Person in Love
Understanding and Managing Relationships When the World Overwhelms You
Elaine N. Aron Phd
The book explores the challenges and benefits of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) in romantic relationships, offering insights into how sensitivity affects intimacy, communication, and connection. It provides practical advice for HSPs and their partners on how to navigate the complexities of love while honoring their unique traits and needs.
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Love Sense
The Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships
Sue Johnson
The book presents a scientific exploration of love and romantic relationships, drawing on attachment theory to explain the biological and psychological needs that love fulfills. It offers insights into developing stronger, more fulfilling connections with partners through understanding emotional responses and enhancing emotional bonds.
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The Betrayal Bond
Breaking Free of Exploitive Relationships
Patrick Carnes Phd
The book explores the concept of trauma bonds, which are strong emotional connections formed between a victim and an abuser, often leading to a cycle of exploitation and betrayal. It provides insights into the psychological foundations of these bonds and offers guidance on how to break free from the damaging patterns of abusive relationships.
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The Family Crucible
Augustus Y. Napier|Carl Whitaker
The book presents a seminal approach to family therapy through a detailed account of a series of therapy sessions with the Brice family, illustrating the dynamics, struggles, and therapeutic techniques used to address and heal family issues. It emphasizes the importance of considering the entire family as a unit in therapy, rather than focusing on the individual, and showcases the transformative power of experiential and systemic interventions.
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