Defeating the Giant

A Guide to Recognizing and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse

Rosanne Nunnery

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English

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
22 February 2025

Abnormal psychology; The self, ego, identity, personality; Clinical psychology; Psychotherapy

Defeating the Giant: A Guide to Recognizing and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse addresses the reality that anyone, at any time, can be impacted by someone with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). Whether among family, friends, coworkers, supervisors, or other community circles—someone with NPD can appear and wreak havoc seemingly without warning. Those impacted can internalize the experience, resulting in feelings of fear, doubt, shame, and depression as well as a loss of identity. Readers get a glimpse into the author’s personal experience, then explore the formal diagnosis and characteristics of an NPD abuser. To defeat and begin healing from the narcissistic giant, the reader is guided through specific skills that infuse practice to not only help assess and understand their experiences but also reclaim their identity and future decisions. This book addresses attachment; the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; and identification of one’s strengths to effectively communicate, maintain boundaries, make choices, and have healthier relationships. Readers will learn how to understand the NPD giant, get specific tools to reclaim their power, and ultimately defeat the giant’s hold.

By: Rosanne Nunnery
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9781538195543
ISBN 10: 1538195542
Pages: 182
Publication Date: 22 February 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chapter 1: Reclaiming Yourself Following NPD Exposure: A Personal Reflection Chapter 2: Narcissistic Personality Disorder at a Glance Chapter 3: The Power of Attachment Patterns Chapter 4: Healing: Finding MEANING From the Experience and Fostering a New Life Chapter 5: Helping Survivors to EVOLVE Chapter 6: Survive and VENTURE Into a New Life Chapter 7: Learning Mindfulness Chapter 8: Relationship Building and Maintenance Chapter 9: Understanding and Managing Emotions Chapter 10: Learning How to Manage Heartache Chapter 11: Embrace the Light: Leaning Into Spiritual Elements That Support Healing Chapter 12: You Have a Choice References Index About the Author Extra Journal Pages

Rosanne Nunnery, PhD, is professor at Mississippi State University in the Department of Education focusing on counselor education and psychology. She is a licensed professional counselor and approved supervisor in Mississippi, a national certified counselor, a grief counselor, and certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and telemental health counseling. She has been a counselor for 24 years and a counselor educator for 13 years. She is co-editor and contributor of Telemental Health: What Every Student Needs to Know (2023). Dr. Nunnery has presented on topics including parental narcissism and the impact on children, attachment disorders, complicated grief treatment, telemental health, DBT, and ethics. She has received awards for her teaching experience, mentoring, and presentations.

Reviews for Defeating the Giant: A Guide to Recognizing and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse

In Defeating the Giant, Nunnery's narrative pulls you in from the beginning by sharing her own lived experiences. What truly sets this book apart is Nunnery's ability to blend clinical theory with practical intervention strategies, all while maintaining a deep sensitivity to the emotional complexities of narcissistic abuse. As someone who has experienced healing from a narcissistic relationship, I found myself reflecting on the powerful insights in this book, particularly the journal prompts. As a counselor educator and licensed professional clinical counselor, I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking a resource that combines real-life experience, profound insight, and actionable guidance for healing. If you are looking for a path to understanding and overcoming narcissistic abuse, Defeating the Giant is the book to read. Defeating the Giant affirms the emotional distress experienced by families, friends, and colleagues affected by narcissistic abuse. Rosanne Nunnery assists readers in comprehending Narcissistic Personality Disorder behaviors, providing significant tools for overcoming a narcissist and the extensive harm inflicted by this disorder.