As shocking as this may sound, science has revealed that there is a demonic aspect to narcissism. It has been admitted that you can actually see demons in people. But wait—before you jump out of joy and think, “Oh, now narcissism is going to get fully exposed!” No. That’s not going to happen, because the disorder doesn’t target the narcissist—it targets you.
This interesting disorder is called “demon face syndrome” in simple terms, and in clinical terms, it’s called—well, I’ve heard people refer to it as [unclear in your audio]. When I said “demon face syndrome,” did you for a second think it was going to explain why a narcissist’s face looks demonic toward the end of a relationship, or when they rage? I thought so too, for some moments when I first heard this thing and stumbled upon the syndrome.
But when I researched it and understood what it’s about, I was shocked by the “why.” Because it’s not about the narcissist—it’s about you. Contrary to what you may think, it labels you as crazy.
If you go to a psychiatrist or psychologist—someone who may not have experienced narcissistic abuse—and you tell them, “Doctor, I saw a demonic face in my husband/partner/wife toward the end of the relationship. What was that? Am I crazy?” the doctor won’t say, “Oh no, you’re not.” They’ll label you with “demon face syndrome.” They’ll say you have a disorder, that you have a mental illness, that you’re making things up, that you’re hallucinating, or that you’re experiencing a psychotic episode.
Isn’t that the ultimate victim-blaming? I both know there is a demonic aspect to narcissism. It’s not just me or you—countless people have experienced it and said the same thing again and again. And how can so many people have this disorder? Those people are survivors of narcissistic abuse. It’s not like the people in all walks of life are included—this is abuse survivors of a specific form. How can it be a lie?
To be honest with you, when I came across this disorder, I got worried. Why? Because I know what’s going to happen in clinical settings. Nobody’s going to listen to narcissistic abuse survivors. They’ll be labeled crazy. “Oh, you’re making up things. There’s something wrong with your head.”
But what about my other experiences? What about other people? Oh, they’re crazy as well. That’s how they isolate you even more, which is the most unfortunate thing. I understood the motive because I kept asking myself, “Why? Why? Why?” No further research—only fear.
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