Emotional Abuse | Gaslighting | Trauma
Books
Should I Stay or Should I Go? by Dr. Ramani Durvasula
A direct and compassionate guide for those in toxic or narcissistic relationships.
Don’t You Know Who I Am? by Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Explores narcissism, manipulation, and emotional harm with deep insight and practical tools.
The Gaslight Effect by Dr. Robin Stern
A foundational book for recognizing and breaking the cycle of gaslighting in relationships.
Psychopath Free by Jackson MacKenzie
For survivors of manipulation, emotional abuse, and toxic relationships; written in a validating and empowering tone.
It Wasn’t Your Fault by Beverly Engel
A compassionate guide to healing from childhood and adult emotional abuse, especially for women carrying shame.
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
A trauma classic that helps readers understand how emotional abuse and trauma live in the body and mind—and how healing can begin.
Websites & Tools
Dr. Ramani’s Official Site – www.doctor-ramani.com
Offers information on narcissistic abuse, red flags, and healing resources.
Clear, validating videos on narcissism, gaslighting, trauma bonds, and emotional abuse. Highly recommended for women feeling confused, blamed, or dismissed in toxic dynamics.
The Narcissistic Abuse Rehab – www.narcissisticabuserehab.com
Articles, education, and links to support for survivors.
Love Is Respect – www.loveisrespect.org
Focused on relationship abuse awareness, especially emotional and psychological abuse in dating relationships.
The Hotline – www.thehotline.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline with resources for emotional abuse, safety planning, and support.
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