In the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, paranoia can settle in like a shadow, darkening every corner of a survivor’s life. What once seemed like intuition now feels like an unrelenting sense of dread, a constant fear that betrayal and manipulation are lurking around every corner. This state of hypervigilance, born from the manipulative tactics of abuse perpetrators, can leave even…
Hypervigilance
Hypervigilance is a state of heightened awareness and sensory sensitivity characterized by an exaggerated sense of threat or danger. Individuals experiencing hypervigilance often exhibit increased attention to environmental cues, bodily sensations, and potential threats. This heightened state can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.