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Going No Contact with a Parent

“The decision to go no contact with a parent is a last resort. It is a last resort of self-protection against years of manipulation and abuse,” says Dr. Z. She explains how going no contact means cutting off all forms of communication—calls, texts, and social media—and is a decision that is typically made only after enduring long-term emotional pain. It’s a decision never made lightly, as it often comes with feelings of tremendous guilt, grief, and loss. In this episode, Dr. Z sheds light on the societal pressures that make it difficult for people to understand why someone would sever ties with a parent. She emphasizes that it’s not the adult child’s responsibility to fix a relationship with a narcissistic parent, particularly when that parent refuses to take accountability. Dr. Z also touches on the importance of behavioral consistency when going no contact, warning that inconsistent boundaries can actually increase the chaos. She outlines the manipulative tactics that narcissistic parents might use to regain control, such as guilt trips or recruiting other family members to pressure the person back into communication. Breaking no contact, she warns, usually offers only a temporary relief before the abusive behavior resurfaces. Dr. Z offers reassurance to those children who have made the difficult decision to go no contact. She reminds listeners that protecting their mental health is a courageous, yet difficult, step. Seeking peace and clarity is essential, and they are not alone in this journey. Quotes “A decision to go no contact is not a decision that is made overnight. It is not made in direct response to an argument that you had. It’s not even in direct response to a ton of arguments you’ve had. The decision to go no contact with a parent is a last resort. No child, no child ever asks to be in a situation where they need to make a decision to have a parent in their life or not.” (03:28 | Dr. Z) “Going no contact with a narcissistic parent is your last effort to walk away with some sense of peace for yourself and your own family.” (14:11 | Dr. Z) “If you have gotten to the point where you have set no contact with a parent who is a narcissist, you have done nothing wrong. I’m sure you have thought about this for a very long time. And the fact that you did it, does not make you a bad person. It doesn't make you a bad child. It makes you incredibly brave to put your mental wellness first in such a horrific situation.” (34:04 | Dr. Z) Links https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ https://www.zgrouptherapy.com/   / dr.z_psychologist     / dr.z_psychologist   Get my FREE breathing exercise here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/newsl... Register for my virtual workshops here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/works... Order my workbooks! http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/books Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm --- Dr. Jaime Zuckerman is a licensed clinical psychologist and national expert in narcissistic abuse. She is a highly sought-after relationship coach for those experiencing narcissistic abuse, as well as the sole owner and founder of The Z Group, a private therapy practice specializing in anxiety, depression, and complex relationship dynamics. Dr. Z is the author of two interactive workbooks and host of Next Up: Narcissism, a podcast that tackles the hard questions about narcissistic abuse, relationships, and mental health. She is an accomplished and active media contributor, as well as an influential social media personality in the mental health space. Get my FREE Breathing Exercise here https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/news... Next Up: Narcissism podcast episodes our every Friday https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/podcast To schedule one-on-one coaching or to work with me visit https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ Check out my on demand workshops https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/work... The Z Group is now accepting patients nationwide (some state exceptions). To schedule a virtual therapy appointment https://www.zgrouptherapy.com/new-pat... My Books Find Your Calm: A Workbook to Manage Anxiety https://amzn.to/3Y6b2s9 Find Good Habits: A Workbook for Daily Growth https://amzn.to/4eYWf8V Follow me Instagram @dr.z_psychologist:   / dr.z_psychologist   Facebook @drjaimezuckerman:   / drjaimespinellzuckerman   TikTok @dr.z_psychologist:   / dr.z_psychologist   X @drzpsychologist: https://x.com/DrZPsychologist Pinterest:   / drzpsychologist   My website https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ Shop my merch https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/apparel