Psychotherapist Bree Bonchay founded World Narcissistic Abuse Day in 2016 as a campaign to educate the public about the effects of narcissistic abuse and how to recognise its warning signs.
World Narcissistic Abuse Day is an annual global event held on June 1 to raise awareness about the effects and warning signs of narcissistic abuse. As a result of its intangible nature and dearth of research, the patterns and effects of narcissistic abuse are frequently murky. Thus, the day is dedicated to providing survivors with education, support, and resources in order to develop a greater understanding of how to assist victims in avoiding abusers in the future and regaining their mental health.
Psychotherapist Bree Bonchay founded World Narcissistic Abuse Day in 2016 as a campaign to educate the public about the effects of narcissistic abuse and how to recognise its warning signs.
Not always are the signs of a mentally abusive relationship obvious. Physical abuse leaves visible signs such as bruising, cuts, and scars, whereas emotional abuse is difficult to identify because it is primarily verbal and mental. However, it can have a greater, longer-lasting effect on the victim that can last for the remainder of their lifetimes.
The term ‘narcissist’ is commonly used to describe anyone who is self-absorbed, but it has a deeper meaning. Narcissism is a pernicious and harmful pattern of behaviour that can have severe psychological effects on others. Victims of narcissistic abuse may have experienced gaslighting, isolation, and neglect, and may be routinely insulted by a partner, family member, friend, or even strangers. Sometimes, more impressionable victims may not realise that they are being abused, as they may internalise their confusion, resulting in further mental harm and an increase in self-doubt.
Abusers may be afflicted with actual personality disorders, such as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), and many others, but this is not always the case. They may exhibit antisocial behaviour, an inability to demonstrate sympathy or empathy towards others, and an immensely self-important nature that actively prevents them from engaging in self-reflection, treatment, and change. The origins of these characteristics can span from cultural factors to upbringing. Sadly, the effects of narcissistic abuse are understudied, and statistics can be difficult to obtain.
It is still possible to put an end to narcissistic abuse by raising awareness and educating people about what constitutes such abuse, how to identify perpetrators, and what can be done to assist victims and survivors.
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Bree Bonchay, the founder of World Narcissistic Abuse Day, claims that up to 158 million Americans are currently afflicted by narcissistic abuse.
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) estimates that at least 3.3% of the general population suffers from an antisocial personality disorder.
Empathy-generating region of the brain, the insular cortex, exhibits abnormalities in the brains of narcissists, according to neuroscientific studies.
The scientific name for daffodils is “Narcissus poeticus.”
According to experts, the most accurate depictions of narcissistic personalities in popular culture are the Lannister family from “Game of Thrones,” Jay Gatsby from “The Great Gatsby,” and Amy Dunne from “Gone Girl.”
| Year | Date | Day |
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| 2023 | June 1 | Thursday |
| 2024 | June 1 | Saturday |
| 2025 | June 1 | Sunday |
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