Narcissists in Divorce: The Narcissist Trap - BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey talks with Karin Walker about the difficulties faced when divorcing a narcissist

BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey talks with Karin Walker about the difficulties faced when divorcing a narcissist

05/05/21 • 16 min

Narcissists in Divorce: The Narcissist Trap

In this episode, originally broadcast by BBC Radio, top UK family lawyer Karin Walker discusses the difficulties faced when one is divorcing a narcissist. She explains why it is so important to raise awareness of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and how a narcissist will not be different with their new partner, regardless of how things may seem.

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For a psychological, emotional and practical survival guide, check out 'Divorcing a narcissist - the Lure, the Loss and the Law' here. (Please note that the separate legal contributions, from UK solicitor Karin Walker, pertain to UK law only). This book is an Amazon number 1 bestseller in the USA. It's available in paperback, and, for discretion, as an audiobook and Kindle Edition too. Click here if you'd like to read Chapter One for free.
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