Why Toxic Families Defend the Abuser (And Punish the Truth Teller) is a mystery for many. In toxic family systems, the most dangerous role isn’t always the obvious aggressor. It’s the enabler. In this live discussion, we explore the psychology of collective enabling in toxic …

Dark Triad Traits in Toxic Families (Why They Don’t Change) is complex. Dark triad traits include characteristics of narcissism (grandiosity, self-centeredness, entitlement), Machiavellianism (sadism, strategic manipulation) and psychopathy (subclinical callousness, impulsivity, and carelessness). These personality traits can disrupt healthy relationships and the family dynamic for …

Toxic family dynamics explain why ego, control, and blame keep families dysfunctional. Sadly, it’s never their fault because of ego, shame and lack of family accountability. Toxic family dynamics often revolve around power, control, and the refusal to take responsibility. While the behaviors may look …