Dysfunctional Families

A young girl's life is shadowed by secrets and lies. When Willow arrives in the Allen household, curious things begin to happen. Who is the strange child dressed in outlandish clothes who refuses a mobile phone? What are the mysterious allegations that have been made about her?

En este libro revelador, Barton explora profundamente la interacción entre los empáticos, personas con una sensibilidad extraordinaria, y los narcisistas, quienes se alimentan del control. Desde entender los rasgos únicos de ambos hasta desenredar los ciclos tóxicos de abuso y codependencia, Barton ofrece valiosas herramientas para liberarte de la manipulación y establecer límites saludables. Con narraciones y ejercicios prácticos, aprenderás sobre autocuidado, resiliencia emocional y asertividad para construir relaciones saludables y recuperar tu autonomía.

Trish Hinde, 35, was sexually abused by her father, Gerard King, from the age of six. Alone and scared, she internalised her trauma and began suffering from violent seizures. Her father took responsibility for her epilepsy care, even abusing her on hospital visits. Trish and her five siblings were neglected, often relying on neighbours for food and watching helplessly as bailiffs carried away their possessions. In her early teens, Trish was recklessly promiscuous and became a victim of child sexual exploitation, often finding herself in danger.

La empatía es una cualidad rara que solo unas pocas personas poseen. La mayoría de las personas con esta personalidad suelen ser aprovechadas, por eso es importante saber cómo utilizarla a su favor. Whitney Barton conoce esto muy bien y decidió crear sus libros más intrigantes hasta la fecha, una combinación que ayudará a definir a los empáticos, exponer a los narcisistas y prevenir futuros abusos tanto para los lectores como para las personas que les importan.

After a life in care, with both good and bad experiences of the system, Hope knows all too well what the risks are for children in care as they approach adolescence. Lacking any sense of self-worth or belonging, children in care are often dismissed by the authorities as impossible to manage and, worse, perceived as children who have invited sexual abuse by placing themselves in 'dangerous' situations. Hope lifts the lid on this untold chapter of her story and the devastating effects she experienced when she reconnected with her past.

Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Is there a narcissist in my life?” Are you constantly criticized and belittled by someone you care about, leaving you thinking that you are not good enough no matter how hard you try? You may feel like you are always walking on eggshells and worried about upsetting them. This toxic cycle can leave you feeling isolated and trapped. But there is hope!

This intimate and unflinching memoir explores Wen's struggle to survive, and confronts the belief that people don't change. Through appalling abuse and neglect, Wen finds a way to a very different kind of life, embodying resilience, healing and transformation. The story is woven through with the intriguing themes of Wen's life. With humility, understanding and beauty, she delves into the plight of a stammerer, the unbreakable bonds of twinship, and her body's need to dissociate.

Break free from narcissistic abuse, reclaim your self-esteem, and restore confidence, no matter how long you've suffered. Are you trapped in a cycle of narcissistic torment? Does the memory of manipulation haunt you, leaving you lost and overwhelmed? Do you long to be free to grow and confident, free from narcissistic control? Being a victim of narcissistic behavior is devastating, but you’re not alone. Studies suggest 6.2% of people have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), causing widespread emotional distress.

Don’t let financial exploitation catch you or your loved ones off guard — this book is a must-listen for anyone looking to protect seniors from scams and financial abuse. Whether you’re managing your own finances or watching out for an aging parent, Mind the Money: Preventing Financial Exploitation of Seniors gives you the tools you need to stay one step ahead of fraudsters.

When a person is physically abused, it can be easily identified as we see the scars, bruises, the black eye, and signs of broken bones. However, what about when a person is being mentally, emotionally, and/or verbally abused? The signs are not so easy to spot; we do not recognize the symptoms because we do not know what to look for. Mental, emotional, and verbal abuse leave scars on our minds, our hearts, our emotions, our feelings, and our thoughts about ourselves and others.