Reactive Abuse and the Autistic Experience: How Narcissists Flip the Script"

19/01/2025 26 min
Reactive Abuse and the Autistic Experience: How Narcissists Flip the Script"

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Episode Synopsis

The podcast episode titled "Femme on the Spectrum" is hosted by Elizabeth and focuses on understanding and spreading awareness about reactive abuse and how it disproportionately affects neurodivergent and autistic women. Reactive abuse is a scenario where the victim of ongoing mistreatment reacts, only for the abuser to manipulate this response to appear as the aggressor. Elizabeth explores how the emotional intensity of autistic women can be misconstrued and weaponized against them in these situations. The episode also explores the social biases and manipulation tactics, particularly from covert narcissists, that exacerbate the issue. She shares personal stories and offers practical solutions like grounding techniques, journaling, and self-trust to reclaim power and navigate these challenges. By the end, listeners are reminded that their experiences are valid, encouraging their resilience in the face of manipulation and abuse.

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